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McPherson Bayou

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Florida, United States

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Mangrove snapper

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Pinfish

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Pinfish

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Pinfish

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Hardhead sea catfish

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Gag grouper

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General info

McPherson Bayou is a part of an ocean located in Pinellas County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Pinfish, Mangrove snapper, and Common snook.

Location

27°42′50.4″N 82°44′9.7″W
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When are Snook biting on McPherson Bayou?

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Fishing regulations at McPherson 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 Pinfish as of April 27th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Pinfish

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No minimum size limit. Bag limit 100 pounds per person. Pinfish make great bait for groupers and snappers and so much more!
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Poor, but grouper love them.

Lagodon rhomboides, bait

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Regulations for

27°42′50.4″N 82°44′9.7″W
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FAQ about McPherson Bayou fishing

McPherson Bayou is a part of an ocean located in Pinellas County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
27°42′50.4″N 82°44′9.7″W
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