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Longnose gar

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Mayan cichlid

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White bullhead

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Bull shark

38 in · 18 lb

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Bull shark

22 in · 7 lb

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Bull shark

36 in · 12 lb

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General info

Jim Long Lake is a lake located in Charlotte County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Bull shark, Common snook, and Longnose gar.

Location

27°01′18.4″N 81°58′34″W
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Fishing regulations at Jim Long Lake, 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
Bull shark

Bull shark

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Bag limit1

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 size54" (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.

Aggregate limit1

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

Vessel limit2

The maximum number of individual fish legally possessed aboard any vessel.

Restrictions & requirements

Snagging

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

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.

Additional information
Hook and line gear only. 1 shark per harvester or 2 sharks per vessel, whichever is less. Must be Landed in Whole Condition – A person harvesting a shark shall land each shark in whole condition. A person may NOT possess in or on Florida Waters, on any public or private fishing pier, or on a bridge or catwalk attached to a bridge from which fishing is allowed, a shark that has been beheaded, sliced, divided, filleted, ground, skinned, finned, or had the caudal fin (tail) removed. This provision will not be construed to prohibit the evisceration (gutting) of a shark or slicing the base of the caudal fin to bleed the carcass as long as the caudal fin remains attached. This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information. Please consider releasing all shark species.
Synonyms
Carcharhinus leucas
Season open: October 1 - November 30
Common snook

Common snook

Regulation boundaryFL Snook Charlotte Harbor
Bag limit1

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 size28" (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.

Max size33" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

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.

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.

Zero Bag for Captain

Bag and possession limit for captains and crew on for-hire vessels is zero.

Hook & Line Only

Allowable gear: hook and line.

Keep-Whole

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

Required licenses
Snook permit and recreational fishing license.
Additional information
No commercial harvest or sale of snook is permitted.Regulations apply to state and adjacent Federal Waters. For more information, see MyFWC Snook.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
Centropomus
Season open: year-round
Longnose gar

Longnose gar

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Additional information
No bag limit. No minimum size. No closed season.
Edibility
Poor
Synonyms
Lepisosteus osseus
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Cities nearby

Harbour Heights

2.8 miles away

Cleveland

4.9 miles away

Charlotte Harbor

6.4 miles away

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6.6 miles away

Port Charlotte

8.7 miles away

Punta Gorda

10.0 miles away

North Port

13.8 miles away

Arcadia

15.6 miles away

Warm Mineral Springs

18.2 miles away

Burnt Store Marina

18.4 miles away

Rotonda

20.9 miles away

North Fort Myers

22.0 miles away

Grove City

22.9 miles away

Palmona Park

23.5 miles away

Englewood

23.6 miles away

Manasota Key

24.2 miles away

Bokeelia

25.7 miles away

Tice

25.9 miles away

Cape Coral

26.1 miles away

Pineland

26.9 miles away

South Venice

27.1 miles away

Matlacha

27.7 miles away

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FAQ about Jim Long Lake fishing

📍 Where is Jim Long Lake located?
Jim Long Lake is a lake located in Charlotte County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
27°01′18.4″N 81°58′34″W
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🎣 Where on Jim Long Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Jim Long Lake 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 Jim Long Lake?
The most common species in Jim Long Lake are:
  • Bull shark - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Common snook - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Longnose gar - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Jim Long Lake fishing reports?
The latest Jim Long Lake fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Jim Long Lake right now?
According to fishing regulations at Jim Long Lake, some of the species in season this November include: Common snook, Fat snook, Atlantic bluefin tuna, Lane snapper, and Grey triggerfish. 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 Jim Long Lake?

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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