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St. Johns County Coast

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Florida, United States

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Black drum

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Common snook

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Summer flounder

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General info

St. Johns County Coast is a lake located in Saint Johns County, Florida, United States. It is also intersecting with Duval County, Florida. It is most popular for fishing Southern kingcroaker, Gulf kingcroaker, and Florida pompano.

Location

29°57′32.5″N 81°16′23.3″W
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Fishing regulations at St. Johns County Coast, 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
Southern kingcroaker

Southern kingcroaker

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Additional information
No established size limit or bag limit in state waters. General limit of 100 pounds applies. This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.
Edibility
Very good
Synonyms
Ground Mullet, Menticirrhus americanus, Roundhead, Sea Mullet, Whiting
Season open: year-round
Florida pompano

Florida pompano

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Bag limit6

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 size11" (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.

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.

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Spears

Harvest of this species by "spearing" is prohibited. Spearing includes the catching or taking of a fish by bow hunting, gigging, spearfishing, or by any device used to capture a fish by piercing the body.

Multiple Hooks

Harvest of this species by or with the use of any multiple hooks in conjunction with live or dead natural bait is prohibited.

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
May be harvested by hook and line, cast net, and beach or haul seine only. Must be landed in whole condition. This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.
Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Florida Pompano, Trachinotus carolinus
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FAQ about St. Johns County Coast fishing

📍 Where is St. Johns County Coast located?
St. Johns County Coast is a lake located in Saint Johns County, Florida, United States. It is also intersecting with Duval County, Florida. Its coordinates are:
29°57′32.5″N 81°16′23.3″W
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🎣 Where on St. Johns County Coast is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on St. Johns County Coast 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 St. Johns County Coast?
The most common species in St. Johns County Coast are:
📢 What are the latest St. Johns County Coast fishing reports?
The latest St. Johns County Coast fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at St. Johns County Coast right now?
According to fishing regulations at St. Johns County Coast, 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 St. Johns County Coast?

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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