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Common snook

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Mayan cichlid

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General info

Calumet Pond is a lake located in Charlotte County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Mayan cichlid, Channel catfish, and Common snook.

Location

26°54′53.6″N 82°11′56.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Calumet Pond, FL

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Florida can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Mayan cichlid

Mayan cichlid

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Additional information
No minimum size limit. No bag limit. No closed season. It is illegal to introduce any nonnative fish or any other nonnative organism into the waters of the state. No live nonnative fish, except variable platys and fathead minnows (aka Missouri minnows), may be transported to or between waters for use as bait. Catch a Mayan cichlid over 1-pound, and you qualify for the Big Catch Angler Recognition Program, which rewards anglers who catch a memorable-sized fish.
Edibility
Good; Catch, Clean, Cook Mayan Cichlid by DMFD
Synonyms
Cichlasoma urophthalmus
Season open: year-round
Channel catfish

Channel catfish

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Additional information
No minimum size. No bag limit unless you are in a fish management area. Bag limit reduced to six channel catfish in any fish management area except as provided by rules of the Commission.
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Channel Catfish by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Ictalurus punctatus
Season open: October 1 - November 30
Common snook

Common snook

Regulation boundaryFL Snook Charlotte Harbor
Bag limit1

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size28" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Max size33" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Spears

Harvest of this species by "spearing" is prohibited. Spearing includes the catching or taking of a fish by bow hunting, gigging, spearfishing, or by any device used to capture a fish by piercing the body.

Multiple Hooks

Harvest of this species by or with the use of any multiple hooks in conjunction with live or dead natural bait is prohibited.

Zero Bag for Captain

Bag and possession limit for captains and crew on for-hire vessels is zero.

Hook & Line Only

Allowable gear: hook and line.

Keep-Whole

Must remain in whole condition until landed ashore - head and tail must be intact.

Required licenses
Snook permit and recreational fishing license.
Additional information
No commercial harvest or sale of snook is permitted.Regulations apply to state and adjacent Federal Waters. For more information, see MyFWC Snook.This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com. Visit their website for more information.
Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Centropomus
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Cities nearby

Rotonda

5.4 miles away

Port Charlotte

7.5 miles away

Grove City

7.8 miles away

Punta Gorda

9.2 miles away

Charlotte Harbor

9.3 miles away

Manasota Key

9.5 miles away

North Port

9.9 miles away

Englewood

10.0 miles away

Warm Mineral Springs

10.1 miles away

Solana

10.7 miles away

Harbour Heights

13.0 miles away

Cleveland

13.0 miles away

Burnt Store Marina

13.8 miles away

South Venice

16.0 miles away

Bokeelia

16.6 miles away

Pineland

17.6 miles away

Venice

19.2 miles away

Pine Island Center

19.9 miles away

Matlacha

21.2 miles away

Cape Coral

22.5 miles away

Laurel

22.6 miles away

Osprey

25.8 miles away

St. James City

25.9 miles away

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FAQ about Calumet Pond fishing

📍 Where is Calumet Pond located?
Calumet Pond is a lake located in Charlotte County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
26°54′53.6″N 82°11′56.1″W
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🎣 Where on Calumet Pond is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Calumet Pond by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Calumet Pond?
The most common species in Calumet Pond are:
📢 What are the latest Calumet Pond fishing reports?
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🗓️ What species are in season at Calumet Pond right now?
According to fishing regulations at Calumet Pond, some of the species in season this November include: Common snook, Fat snook, Atlantic bluefin tuna, Lane snapper, and Grey triggerfish. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Calumet Pond?

Fishing in Florida requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Freshwater, saltwater, or combination licenses are available for residents and visitors, purchasable online, by phone, or at authorized retailers.

In Florida, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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