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Russel Fields City Pier

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Florida, United States

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Spanish mackerel

20 in · 2 lb 3 oz

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Live sharksucker

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Pinfish

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Pinfish

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General info

Russel Fields City Pier is a marina, harbor or pier located in Bay County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Spanish mackerel, Pinfish, and Blue runner.

Location

30°12′47.5″N 85°52′44″W
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Fishing regulations at Russel Fields City Pier, 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
Spanish mackerel

Spanish mackerel

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Bag limit15

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 size12" (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
Transfer of Spanish Mackerel to other vessels at sea is prohibited. 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. Catch, Clean, Cook Spanish Mackerel by DMFD
Synonyms
Scomberomorus maculatus
Season open: year-round
Pinfish

Pinfish

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Required licenses
Nope
Additional information
No minimum size limit. Bag limit 100 pounds per person. Pinfish make great bait for groupers and snappers and so much more! This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.
Edibility
Poor, but grouper love them.
Synonyms
Lagodon rhomboides, bait
Season open: year-round
Blue runner

Blue runner

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Bag limit100

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

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 This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.
Edibility
Poor
Synonyms
Caranx crysos
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FAQ about Russel Fields City Pier fishing

📍 Where is Russel Fields City Pier located?
Russel Fields City Pier is a marina, harbor or pier located in Bay County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
30°12′47.5″N 85°52′44″W
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🎣 Where on Russel Fields City Pier is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Russel Fields City Pier 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 Russel Fields City Pier?
The most common species in Russel Fields City Pier are:
  • Spanish mackerel - 77 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Pinfish - 74 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Blue runner - 63 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Russel Fields City Pier fishing reports?
The latest Russel Fields City Pier fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Russel Fields City Pier right now?
According to fishing regulations at Russel Fields City Pier, some of the species in season this November include: Spotted seatrout, Common snook, Northern red snapper, Fat snook, and Atlantic bluefin tuna. 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 Russel Fields City Pier?

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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