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Swift Creek

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Florida, United States

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Florida bass

13 in · 1 lb

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Ruddy bowfin

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Chain pickerel

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General info

Swift Creek is a stream located in Union County, Florida, United States. It is also intersecting with Columbia County, Florida. It is most popular for fishing Ruddy bowfin, Chain pickerel, and Largemouth bass.

Location

30°03′35.6″N 82°24′58.7″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Swift Creek?

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Fishing regulations at Swift Creek, 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 Ruddy bowfin as of April 17th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Ruddy bowfin

Seasons

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No bag limit. No minimum size. No closed season.
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Amia calva, Mudfish, choupique

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30°03′35.6″N 82°24′58.7″W
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the Swift Creek is a stream located in Union County, Florida, United States. It is also intersecting with Columbia County, Florida. Its coordinates are:
30°03′35.6″N 82°24′58.7″W
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