Cow Pen Creek

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Florida, United States

3 catches

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Top fish species at Cow Pen Creek

Tarpon

Red drum

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Fishing regulations at Cow Pen Creek, FL

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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.

Local laws and licenses

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Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round

Tarpon

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters

Restrictions & requirements

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.

Catch and Release Only

Daily Creel Limit = 0 (Catch and Release Fishing Only)

Required licenses

Tarpon Tag required to posess or harvest

Additional information

Tarpon is a catch-and-release only fishery. Hook and line only. Snagging, snatch hooking, spearing and the use of a multiple hook in conjunction with live or dead natural bait is prohibited. One tarpon tag per person per year may be purchased when in pursuit of an International Game Fish Association (IGFA) record. Vessel, transport and shipment limited to one fish. Anglers are allowed to temporarily possess a Tarpon for photography, measurement of length and girth and scientific sampling. Tarpon more than 40 inches long MUST REMAIN IN THE WATER. For more info, see MyFWC Tarpon FAQsThis species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.

Edibility

Poor

Synonyms

Megalops atlanticus

Season open: year-round

Red drum

Regulation boundaryFL Indian River Lagoon (Redfish)

Bag limit0

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.

Restrictions & requirements

Zero Bag for Captain

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

Catch and Release Only

Daily Creel Limit = 0 (Catch and Release Fishing Only)

Additional information

Catch and release only.

Edibility

Very Good

Synonyms

Channel Bass, Redfish, Sciaenops ocellatus, Spottail Bass

Local laws and licenses

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FAQ about Cow Pen Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Cow Pen Creek located?

the Cow Pen Creek is a stream located in Brevard County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:

28°40′28.2″N 80°46′38.2″W

🎣 Where on the Cow Pen Creek is it best to fish?

Find the best fishing spots on the Cow Pen Creek 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 the Cow Pen Creek?

The most common species in the Cow Pen Creek are:

Tarpon - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
Red drum - 1 members reported to have caught this fish

📢 What are the latest Cow Pen Creek fishing reports?

The latest Cow Pen Creek fishing reports are:

@scook4574 reported a nice Tarpon.
@TMO1981 reported a nice Red drum.

🗓️ What species are in season at the Cow Pen Creek right now?

According to fishing regulations at the Cow Pen Creek, some of the species in season this November include: Common snook, Red grouper, Fat snook, Atlantic bluefin tuna, and Greater amberjack. 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 the Cow Pen Creek?

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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Cow Pen Creek

Top fish species at Cow Pen Creek

Cow Pen Creek fishing reports

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Location

Fishing regulations at Cow Pen Creek, FL

Regulations for top species

Tarpon

Red drum

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