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Biloxi Small Craft Harbor

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Mississippi, United States

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General info

Biloxi Small Craft Harbor is a part of an ocean located in Harrison County, Mississippi, United States. It is most popular for fishing Red drum, Spotted seatrout, and Northern red snapper.

Location

30°23′30.3″N 88°53′2.9″W
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Fishing regulations at Biloxi Small Craft Harbor, MS

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 Mississippi 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
Red drum

Red drum

Regulation boundaryMississippi State Waters
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 size18" (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 size30" (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 > 30

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.

Additional information
Recreational fishermen may retain only one red drum over 30 inches. Harvest in federal waters prohibited.
Edibility
Very Good
Synonyms
Channel Bass, Redfish, Sciaenops ocellatus, Spottail Bass
Season open: year-round
Spotted seatrout

Spotted seatrout

Regulation boundaryMississippi 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 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.

Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Cynoscion nebulosus, Speckled Trout
Season closed: September 28 - May 22
Northern red snapper

Northern red snapper

Regulation boundaryMississippi 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 size16" (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.

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.

Restrictions & requirements

Descending Device/Venting Tool

Anglers fishing for reef fish must have a venting tool or descending device rigged and ready to use. Take a short 15‑minute training to learn how to properly use required release gear and access it at a discounted price through returnemright.org.

Additional information
Private recreational anglers can fish out to 200 nautical miles. Vessels with state for-hire permits can fish in state territorial waters, which is nine nautical miles south of the barrier islands. MISSISSIPPI RECREATIONAL OFFSHORE LANDING PERMIT (MS ROLP) REQUIREMENT MDMR staff would like to remind anglers that in addition to Tails n' Scales requirements, each licensed angler on a vessel must possess valid Mississippi Recreational Offshore Landing Permit (MS-ROLP) for possession and landing of reef fish and Cobia in Mississippi. Full details on requirements and permit registration can be found at dmr.ms.gov/rolp. Program administrators can be contacted for assistance by email at rolp@dmr.ms.gov or by phone at (228) 325-1585. TAILS N' SCALES (TNS) MANDATORY RED SNAPPER REPORTING REQUIREMENT One angler per vessel, per trip is required to report through the MDMR Tails n' Scales system. As a reminder, Marine Patrol officers encountering anglers fishing for or possessing Red Snapper without a trip authorization number will result in fish confiscation and fines. Program administrators can be contacted for assistance by email at snapper@dmr.ms.gov or by phone at (228) 325-1585. The federal for-hire season opens June 1, 2025. Anglers fishing from federally-permitted for-hire vessels in federal waters may retain 2 fish per person with a 16-inch minimum size limit.For more information about Red Snapper regulations in Federal Waters of the Gulf of Mexico, see Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council.
Edibility
Excellent, but may contain ciguatera toxin.
Synonyms
Lutjanus campechanus
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FAQ about Biloxi Small Craft Harbor fishing

📍 Where is Biloxi Small Craft Harbor located?
Biloxi Small Craft Harbor is a part of an ocean located in Harrison County, Mississippi, United States. Its coordinates are:
30°23′30.3″N 88°53′2.9″W
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🎣 Where on Biloxi Small Craft Harbor is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Biloxi Small Craft Harbor 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 Biloxi Small Craft Harbor?
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📢 What are the latest Biloxi Small Craft Harbor fishing reports?
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🗓️ What species are in season at Biloxi Small Craft Harbor right now?
According to fishing regulations at Biloxi Small Craft Harbor, some of the species in season this November include: Red grouper, Gag grouper, 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 Biloxi Small Craft Harbor?

Fishing in Mississippi requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term, available online or at authorized retailers.

In Mississippi, 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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