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North Banks

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Florida, United States

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Sheepshead

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General info

North Banks is a part of an ocean located in Lee County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Sheepshead and Southern puffer.

Location

26°38′59″N 82°13′56.5″W
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Fishing regulations at North Banks, 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 Sheepshead as of April 23rd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Sheepshead

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

8

Min size

12"

Measurement

Total Length

Vessel limit = 50 per trip during March and April

Legal Gear: hook and line, cast net, seine, spear or gig

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Archosargus probatocephalus, Referee fish

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26°38′59″N 82°13′56.5″W
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FAQ about North Banks fishing

North Banks is a part of an ocean located in Lee County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
26°38′59″N 82°13′56.5″W
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