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White bass

7 in · 6 oz

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Common dolphinfish

35 in · 18 lb

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Mangrove snapper

12 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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Crevalle jack

12 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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Atlantic needlefish

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General info

Saltwater Lagoon is a water located in Monroe County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Atlantic needlefish, Atlantic spadefish, and Spanish mackerel.

Location

24°46′37.3″N 80°54′31.8″W
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Fishing regulations at Saltwater Lagoon, 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.

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Key Largo

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North Key Largo

49.4 miles away

Florida City

53.5 miles away

Homestead

55.7 miles away

Key West

56.4 miles away

Leisure City

57.6 miles away

Homestead Base

59.2 miles away

Naranja

59.5 miles away

Princeton

61.6 miles away

Goulds

63.2 miles away

South Miami Heights

64.9 miles away

Richmond West

64.9 miles away

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65.8 miles away

Country Walk

66.1 miles away

Palmetto Estates

67.6 miles away

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FAQ about Saltwater Lagoon fishing

📍 Where is Saltwater Lagoon located?
Saltwater Lagoon is a water located in Monroe County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
24°46′37.3″N 80°54′31.8″W
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🎣 Where on Saltwater Lagoon is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Saltwater Lagoon 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 Saltwater Lagoon?
The most common species in Saltwater Lagoon are:
📢 What are the latest Saltwater Lagoon fishing reports?
The latest Saltwater Lagoon fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Saltwater Lagoon right now?
According to fishing regulations at Saltwater Lagoon, some of the species in season this June include: Summer flounder, Southern flounder, Red grouper, Gag grouper, and Atlantic bluefin tuna. 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 Saltwater Lagoon?

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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