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McQuage Bayou

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Florida, United States

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Bluegill

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Mangrove snapper

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General info

McQuage Bayou is a stream located in Walton County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Mangrove snapper, Red drum, and Bluegill.

Location

30°21′59″N 86°09′5.7″W
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Fishing regulations at McQuage Bayou, 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

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30°21′59″N 86°09′5.7″W
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FAQ about McQuage Bayou fishing

the McQuage Bayou is a stream located in Walton County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
30°21′59″N 86°09′5.7″W
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Find the best fishing spots on the McQuage Bayou 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.
The most common species in the McQuage Bayou are:
  • Mangrove snapper - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Red drum - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Bluegill - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
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