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Cudjoe Basin

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Florida, United States

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Pinfish

5 in · 2 oz

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King mackerel

34 in · 14 lb 5 oz

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Atlantic goliath grouper

96 in · 333 lb

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Silky shark

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Largemouth bass

5 in · 2 oz

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Blue runner

12 in · 1 lb

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General info

Cudjoe Basin is a part of an ocean located in Monroe County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Mangrove snapper, Nurse shark, and King mackerel.

Location

24°44′19.1″N 81°33′14.4″W
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Fishing regulations at Cudjoe Basin, 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 Mangrove snapper as of May 1st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Mangrove snapper

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

5

Min size

10"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Aggregate

10

This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.

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.

Lutjanus griseus, Mangrove Snapper

Regulations for

24°44′19.1″N 81°33′14.4″W
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Everglades

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Goodland

82.2 miles away

Marco Island

83.0 miles away

Florida City

83.5 miles away

North Key Largo

84.9 miles away

Homestead

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Leisure City

87.2 miles away

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88.9 miles away

Homestead Base

89.5 miles away

Princeton

91.1 miles away

Goulds

92.4 miles away

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FAQ about Cudjoe Basin fishing

Cudjoe Basin is a part of an ocean located in Monroe County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
24°44′19.1″N 81°33′14.4″W
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