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Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc)

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

16 in · 4 lb

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Largemouth bass

19 in · 4 lb

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13 in · 2 lb

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General info

Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc) is a lake located in Polk County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass and Spotted seatrout.

Location

28°06′5.3″N 81°55′31.9″W
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Fishing regulations at Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc), 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Largemouth bass

Largemouth bass

Regulation boundaryTenoroc FMA Horseshoe Lake
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.

Special gear

FL FW Game Fish

Freshwater game fish may only be taken with pole-and-line or rod-and-reel. There is no limit on the number of rods an angler may use.

Additional information
Black bass must be released immediately.
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
Location regulation notes
Regulations specific to Tenoroc FMA Horseshoe Lake, Polk County: ■ Fishing, hunting or trapping is allowed only by FWC permit. All anglers and hunters must check in and out at the Tenoroc Fish Management Area headquarters and deposit their valid fishing or hunting license with the custodian unless otherwise instructed. On water bodies where special-opportunity alligator hunts are permitted, participants may use guns and baits as specified in Rule 68A-25.042, F.A.C., when taking alligators. Permitted alligator hunt participants are exempt from the requirement to enter at designated points. ■ Days and hours of operation and quotas shall be as designated by the FWC and posted at area headquarters (currently Friday through Monday only). Fishing is permitted in designated lakes only. Lakes may be closed to public access for management purposes or if access to the lake exposes the public to danger, by posting notice at the Tenoroc check station office. ■ Discharge of firearms is limited to the FWC firing range or at FWC sponsored events. ■ All dogs must be leashed, except as authorized by FWC. ■ Fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fins removed, until the angler has checked out at the area headquarters. ■ Cast nets and minnow seines are prohibited. ■ No person shall have any gun under his/her control while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. ■ Public access is prohibited in areas posted as "Restricted" for protection of threatened or endangered species, or environmentally sensitive areas. ■ Motor vehicles may be operated only on named roads, designated parking areas, and fishing ramps as designated in the area use brochure. ■ Vehicles may not obstruct designated roads, boat ramps, gates or fire lanes. ■ Swimming and float tubes are prohibited. ■ Gasoline motors may not be used on boats. Regulations for Fish Management Areas 1. A fishing license is required for residents from 16 to 64 years of age, and for nonresidents 16 or more years of age, to fish by any method, including cane poles, on a Fish Management Area. 2. The possession of fishing tackle is prohibited on any Fish Management Area that is closed to fishing. 3. Bag limits and methods of taking freshwater fish apply except as provided for a particular Fish Management Area. 4. The possession of nets (other than legal minnow seines, cast nets or dip nets), fish traps, trotlines or setlines is prohibited unless specifically authorized by rules established for a particular Fish Management Area. 5. Persons entering or leaving Fish Management Areas that have designated entry points shall enter or leave only at such designated points. 6. Any vehicle, boat or other transportation device may be searched while in, entering or leaving a Fish Management Area. 7. Fish Management Areas may be temporarily closed to accommodate management projects (e.g., drawdowns), or if unsafe conditions exist, or as otherwise specified in a specific Fish Management Area rule. 8. Intentional release of wildlife or freshwater fish on Fish Management Areas is prohibited.
Location specific information
Regulations specific to Tenoroc FMA Horseshoe Lake, Polk County: ■ Fishing, hunting or trapping is allowed only by FWC permit. All anglers and hunters must check in and out at the Tenoroc Fish Management Area headquarters and deposit their valid fishing or hunting license with the custodian unless otherwise instructed. On water bodies where special-opportunity alligator hunts are permitted, participants may use guns and baits as specified in Rule 68A-25.042, F.A.C., when taking alligators. Permitted alligator hunt participants are exempt from the requirement to enter at designated points. ■ Days and hours of operation and quotas shall be as designated by the FWC and posted at area headquarters (currently Friday through Monday only). Fishing is permitted in designated lakes only. Lakes may be closed to public access for management purposes or if access to the lake exposes the public to danger, by posting notice at the Tenoroc check station office. ■ Discharge of firearms is limited to the FWC firing range or at FWC sponsored events. ■ All dogs must be leashed, except as authorized by FWC. ■ Fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fins removed, until the angler has checked out at the area headquarters. ■ Cast nets and minnow seines are prohibited. ■ No person shall have any gun under his/her control while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. ■ Public access is prohibited in areas posted as "Restricted" for protection of threatened or endangered species, or environmentally sensitive areas. ■ Motor vehicles may be operated only on named roads, designated parking areas, and fishing ramps as designated in the area use brochure. ■ Vehicles may not obstruct designated roads, boat ramps, gates or fire lanes. ■ Swimming and float tubes are prohibited. ■ Gasoline motors may not be used on boats. Regulations for Fish Management Areas 1. A fishing license is required for residents from 16 to 64 years of age, and for nonresidents 16 or more years of age, to fish by any method, including cane poles, on a Fish Management Area. 2. The possession of fishing tackle is prohibited on any Fish Management Area that is closed to fishing. 3. Bag limits and methods of taking freshwater fish apply except as provided for a particular Fish Management Area. 4. The possession of nets (other than legal minnow seines, cast nets or dip nets), fish traps, trotlines or setlines is prohibited unless specifically authorized by rules established for a particular Fish Management Area. 5. Persons entering or leaving Fish Management Areas that have designated entry points shall enter or leave only at such designated points. 6. Any vehicle, boat or other transportation device may be searched while in, entering or leaving a Fish Management Area. 7. Fish Management Areas may be temporarily closed to accommodate management projects (e.g., drawdowns), or if unsafe conditions exist, or as otherwise specified in a specific Fish Management Area rule. 8. Intentional release of wildlife or freshwater fish on Fish Management Areas is prohibited.
Season open: year-round
Spotted seatrout

Spotted seatrout

Regulation boundaryFL Seatrout Charlotte Harbor
Bag limit3

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 size15" (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 size19" (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.

Memorable / trophy limits1 > 19

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

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

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.

Additional information
Charlotte Harbor RegionRecreationalSlot limit: 15–19 inches total lengthBag limit: 3 per person/daySeason: Open year-roundOver-slot allowance:May possess no more than one fish per person or per vessel, whichever is less,that is greater than 19 inches total length, included in the bag limit. StatewideIllegal Gear: cannot harvest using any multiple hooks in conjunction with live or deadnatural bait; snatching prohibitedAllowable Gear: hook and line and cast netZero captain and crew bag limit when on a for-hire trip Charlotte Harbor: All Florida Waters and adjacent federal waters lying south of the Sarasota Bay Region and north of a line extending due west from a point located at 26°15.227'N, 81°49.412'W in Collier County, all waters of Collier County north of 26°15.227' North Latitude, all waters of Manatee and Sarasota counties east and south of the Sarasota Bay Region, all waters of the counties highlighted in yellow, including all waters and tributaries of the Caloosahatchee, Myakka, and Peace rivers, excluding all waters of Lake Okeechobee.
Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Cynoscion nebulosus, Speckled Trout
Location specific information
Regulations specific to Tenoroc FMA Horseshoe Lake, Polk County: ■ Fishing, hunting or trapping is allowed only by FWC permit. All anglers and hunters must check in and out at the Tenoroc Fish Management Area headquarters and deposit their valid fishing or hunting license with the custodian unless otherwise instructed. On water bodies where special-opportunity alligator hunts are permitted, participants may use guns and baits as specified in Rule 68A-25.042, F.A.C., when taking alligators. Permitted alligator hunt participants are exempt from the requirement to enter at designated points. ■ Days and hours of operation and quotas shall be as designated by the FWC and posted at area headquarters (currently Friday through Monday only). Fishing is permitted in designated lakes only. Lakes may be closed to public access for management purposes or if access to the lake exposes the public to danger, by posting notice at the Tenoroc check station office. ■ Discharge of firearms is limited to the FWC firing range or at FWC sponsored events. ■ All dogs must be leashed, except as authorized by FWC. ■ Fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fins removed, until the angler has checked out at the area headquarters. ■ Cast nets and minnow seines are prohibited. ■ No person shall have any gun under his/her control while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. ■ Public access is prohibited in areas posted as "Restricted" for protection of threatened or endangered species, or environmentally sensitive areas. ■ Motor vehicles may be operated only on named roads, designated parking areas, and fishing ramps as designated in the area use brochure. ■ Vehicles may not obstruct designated roads, boat ramps, gates or fire lanes. ■ Swimming and float tubes are prohibited. ■ Gasoline motors may not be used on boats. Regulations for Fish Management Areas 1. A fishing license is required for residents from 16 to 64 years of age, and for nonresidents 16 or more years of age, to fish by any method, including cane poles, on a Fish Management Area. 2. The possession of fishing tackle is prohibited on any Fish Management Area that is closed to fishing. 3. Bag limits and methods of taking freshwater fish apply except as provided for a particular Fish Management Area. 4. The possession of nets (other than legal minnow seines, cast nets or dip nets), fish traps, trotlines or setlines is prohibited unless specifically authorized by rules established for a particular Fish Management Area. 5. Persons entering or leaving Fish Management Areas that have designated entry points shall enter or leave only at such designated points. 6. Any vehicle, boat or other transportation device may be searched while in, entering or leaving a Fish Management Area. 7. Fish Management Areas may be temporarily closed to accommodate management projects (e.g., drawdowns), or if unsafe conditions exist, or as otherwise specified in a specific Fish Management Area rule. 8. Intentional release of wildlife or freshwater fish on Fish Management Areas is prohibited.
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FAQ about Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc) fishing

📍 Where is Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc) located?
Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc) is a lake located in Polk County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
28°06′5.3″N 81°55′31.9″W
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🎣 Where on Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc) is it best to fish?
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🐟 What species are in Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc)?
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🗓️ What species are in season at Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc) right now?
According to fishing regulations at Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc), some of the species in season this November include: Common snook, Northern red snapper, Fat snook, Atlantic bluefin tuna, and Lane snapper. 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 Horse Shoe Lake (Tenoroc)?

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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