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Brown trout

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Sandbar shark

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Black drum

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Mangrove snapper

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Crevalle jack

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General info

Glory Hole is a stream located in Volusia County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Common snook, Crevalle jack, and King mackerel.

Location

28°49′9.7″N 80°45′42.2″W
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When are Snook biting on Glory Hole?

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Fishing regulations at Glory Hole, 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: September 1 - December 14
Common snook

Common snook

Regulation boundaryFL Snook Indian River Lagoon
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 size32" (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 required when saltwater fishing license required
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
Season open: year-round
Crevalle jack

Crevalle jack

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Special gear

Circle Hooks

The use of a dehooking device is required when fishing for reef fish. All persons aboard a vessel harvesting reef fish in the Gulf of Mexico must possess and use non-stainless steel non-offset circle hooks when using natural baits.

Additional information
No minimum size limit Bag limit = 100 pounds If you catch a Crevalle jack over 36" fork length for adults (or 27" fork length youth), enter it into the Saltwater Reel Big Fish program to be recognized. For more information or to register your catch, visit Catch a Florida Memory. This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.
Edibility
Large individuals may contain elevated mercury levels. Most people think Jack Crevalle are not good to eat, but check out this Catch, Clean, Cook video of Jack Crevalle by DMFD
Synonyms
Caranx hippos, River tuna
Season open: year-round
King mackerel

King mackerel

Regulation boundaryFL Atlantic State Waters
Bag limit2

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 size24" (Fork Length)

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

Fork Length means the length of a fish as measured from the most forward point of the head to the rear center edge of the tail.

Additional information
On March 17, 2021 bag limit reverted to 2 king mackerel in FL Atlantic State Waters, for more information see MyFWC.com/KingMackerel.This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information. The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is hosting a series of port meetings along the Atlantic coast in order to take a focused look at the commercial and recreational king and Spanish mackerel fisheries. Input gathered during these port meetings will directly affect future management efforts for king and Spanish mackerel https://safmc.net/posts/king-and-spanish-mackerel-port-meetings-continue-in-florida-and-south-carolina/
Edibility
Very good, but may contain elevated mercury levels. Watch Deer Meat for Dinner's Kingfish Catch, Clean, Cook. It's very good!
Synonyms
Scomberomorus cavalla, Smoker, kingfish
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FAQ about Glory Hole fishing

📍 Where is the Glory Hole located?
the Glory Hole is a stream located in Volusia County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
28°49′9.7″N 80°45′42.2″W
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🎣 Where on the Glory Hole is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Glory Hole 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 Glory Hole?
The most common species in the Glory Hole are:
📢 What are the latest Glory Hole fishing reports?
The latest Glory Hole fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Glory Hole right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Glory Hole, 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 Glory Hole?

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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