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Steinhatchee River

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Florida, United States

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Steinhatchee River fishing reports

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Silver perch

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Channel catfish

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Blue crab

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25 in · 3 lb

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Red drum

21 in · 3 lb 5 oz

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Spanish mackerel

21 in · 3 lb

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General info

Steinhatchee River is a stream located in Lafayette County, Florida, United States. It is also intersecting with Dixie County, Florida. It is most popular for fishing Red drum, Spotted seatrout, and Largemouth bass.

Location

29°49′33.7″N 83°18′35.3″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Steinhatchee River?

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Fishing regulations at Steinhatchee River, 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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Red drum as of April 18th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Red drum

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

1

Vessel limit

4

Min size

18"

Max size

27"

Measurement

Total Length

Off-the-water transport limit is four fish per person.

Legal Gear: hook and line, cast nets

Very Good

Channel Bass, Redfish, Sciaenops ocellatus, Spottail Bass

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29°49′33.7″N 83°18′35.3″W
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FAQ about Steinhatchee River fishing

the Steinhatchee River is a stream located in Lafayette County, Florida, United States. It is also intersecting with Dixie County, Florida. Its coordinates are:
29°49′33.7″N 83°18′35.3″W
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