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Elbow Branch

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Florida, United States

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Largemouth bass

20 in · 5 lb 3 oz

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American eel

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General info

Elbow Branch is a stream located in Putnam County, Florida, United States. It is also intersecting with Saint Johns County, Florida. It is most popular for fishing American eel and Largemouth bass.

Location

29°47′30.9″N 81°34′37.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Elbow Branch, FL

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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 American eel as of April 22nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

American eel

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

25

Min size

9"

Measurement

Total Length
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Recreational anglers purchasing American eel as bait may possess more than the legal bag limit provided that the eels were purchased from a licensed dealer.
May contain elevated mercury levels.

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Regulations for

29°47′30.9″N 81°34′37.6″W
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FAQ about Elbow Branch fishing

the Elbow Branch is a stream located in Putnam County, Florida, United States. It is also intersecting with Saint Johns County, Florida. Its coordinates are:
29°47′30.9″N 81°34′37.6″W
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