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Miami River

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Florida, United States

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Speckled peacock bass

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Mutton snapper

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Mangrove snapper

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Atlantic porkfish

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Tomtate grunt

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General info

Miami River is a stream located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Mangrove snapper, Bluestriped grunt, and Southern puffer.

Location

25°46′39.9″N 80°12′21.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Miami 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Mangrove snapper

Mangrove snapper

Regulation boundaryFL Atlantic State Waters
Bag limit5

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 size10" (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.

Aggregate limit10

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Special gear

Dehooking

Dehooking device use required as needed.

Restrictions & requirements

Keep-Whole

Must remain in whole condition until landed ashore - head and tail must be intact.

Descending Device/Venting Tool

Descending device or venting tool rigged and ready is required when fishing for reef fish, and use such device if releasing a fish that suffers from barotrauma. Get descending device gear for FREE by completing a 15-minute training from Return 'Em Right. Get started here: returnemright.org

Additional information
This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.
Edibility
Excellent. Here's a fun and tasty mangrove snapper Catch, Clean, Cook by Deer Meat for Dinner!
Synonyms
Lutjanus griseus, Mangrove Snapper
Season open: year-round
Bluestriped grunt

Bluestriped grunt

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Additional information
No minimum size. Bag limit = 100 pounds This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.
Edibility
Fair
Synonyms
Haemulon sciurus
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Cities nearby

Miami

0.5 miles away

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3.8 miles away

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4.2 miles away

Gladeview

4.7 miles away

Miami Beach

4.9 miles away

El Portal

5.4 miles away

West Little River

5.8 miles away

North Bay Village

5.9 miles away

Miami Springs

5.9 miles away

Virginia Gardens

6.1 miles away

Pinewood

6.4 miles away

Miami Shores

6.4 miles away

Key Biscayne

6.5 miles away

Coral Terrace

6.5 miles away

Coral Gables

6.5 miles away

Biscayne Park

7.3 miles away

South Miami

7.4 miles away

Westview

7.6 miles away

Indian Creek

8.2 miles away

Glenvar Heights

8.3 miles away

Westchester

8.4 miles away

Surfside

8.6 miles away

Hialeah

8.8 miles away

Opa-locka

9.0 miles away

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FAQ about Miami River fishing

📍 Where is the Miami River located?
the Miami River is a stream located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
25°46′39.9″N 80°12′21.1″W
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🎣 Where on the Miami River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Miami River 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 the Miami River?
The most common species in the Miami River are:
📢 What are the latest Miami River fishing reports?
The latest Miami River fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Miami River right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Miami River, 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 the Miami River?

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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