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San Sebastian Lake

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Florida, United States

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Butterfly peacock bass

12 in · 2 lb

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Butterfly peacock bass

14 in · 2 lb

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Butterfly peacock bass

19 in · 2 lb 5 oz

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Butterfly peacock bass

13 in · 2 lb

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Florida gar

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General info

San Sebastian Lake is a lake located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Butterfly peacock bass, Great barracuda, and Florida gar.

Location

25°43′31.4″N 80°24′40.4″W
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Fishing regulations at San Sebastian Lake, 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
Butterfly peacock bass

Butterfly peacock bass

Regulation boundaryFL 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.

Max size17" (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 > 17

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.

RequirementKeep intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

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.

Restrictions & requirements

Keep Intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

Additional information
Only 1 may be 17-inches or longer in total length.Catch a butterfly peacock bass over 4-pounds, and you qualify for the Big Catch Angler Recognition Program, which rewards anglers who catch a memorable-sized fish.
Edibility
Good but not as good as snakehead or largemouth bass, see Catch, Clean, Cook Peacock Bass by DMFD
Synonyms
Cichla ocellaris, tucunare
Season open: year-round
Great barracuda

Great barracuda

Regulation boundaryFL Barracuda
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 size15" (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.

Memorable / trophy limits1 > 36

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.

Vessel limit6

The maximum number of individual fish legally possessed aboard any vessel.

Additional information
These regulations apply in state and federal waters from Martin County to Collier County (Including Collier, Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and Martin counties).Slot Limit: 15-36" fork length with 1 fish greater than 36" per person or vessel per dayDaily Bag Limit: 2 fish per person, 6 per vesselNo closed season.
Edibility
Small to medium barracuda are very good, but large individuals may contain ciguatera toxin and elevated mercury levels. Check out BlueGabe's Great Barracuda catch, clean, cook.
Synonyms
Kaku, Sphyraena barracuda
Season open: year-round
Florida gar

Florida gar

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Additional information
No bag limit. No minimum size. No closed season.
Edibility
Poor but check out this Catch, Clean, Cook Gar by DMFD
Synonyms
Lepisosteus platyrhincus
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FAQ about San Sebastian Lake fishing

📍 Where is San Sebastian Lake located?
San Sebastian Lake is a lake located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
25°43′31.4″N 80°24′40.4″W
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🎣 Where on San Sebastian Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on San Sebastian Lake 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 San Sebastian Lake?
The most common species in San Sebastian Lake are:
📢 What are the latest San Sebastian Lake fishing reports?
The latest San Sebastian Lake fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at San Sebastian Lake right now?
According to fishing regulations at San Sebastian Lake, 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 San Sebastian Lake?

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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