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Florida Fishing Water Quality

Find the best fishing spots in Florida with real-time water quality data

8827
Monitoring Stations
0
Excellent Spots
18
Avg Score
2
Regulation Links

Florida Fishing Regulations

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Fishing Closures

Coverage: All 50 States + DC

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Regulations can change by season, species, and water body.

307
Total Closures
61
Permanent
0
Seasonal
61
No-Fishing Areas

Alligator Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Alligator Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Bosque Estatal de Aguirre

PermanentNo Fishing
Bosque Estatal de Aguirre · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Buck Island Reef National Monument

PermanentNo Fishing
Buck Island Reef National Monument · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge

PermanentNo Fishing
Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Canal Luis Peña Natural Reserve

PermanentNo Fishing
Canal Luis Peña Natural Reserve · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Carysfort/South Carysfort Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Carysfort/South Carysfort Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Cas Cay-Mangrove Lagoon Marine Reserve & Wildlife Sanctuary

PermanentNo Fishing
Cas Cay-Mangrove Lagoon Marine Reserve & Wildlife Sanctuary · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Cayo Ratones Natural Reserve

PermanentNo Fishing
Cayo Ratones Natural Reserve · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge

PermanentNo Fishing
Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge

PermanentNo Fishing
Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Cheeca Rocks Sanctuary Preservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Cheeca Rocks Sanctuary Preservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Coffins Patch Sanctuary Preservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Coffins Patch Sanctuary Preservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Conch Reef Research Only Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Conch Reef Research Only Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Conch Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Conch Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Davis Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Davis Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Desecheo National Wildlife Refuge

PermanentNo Fishing
Desecheo National Wildlife Refuge · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Dry Rocks Sanctuary Preservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Dry Rocks Sanctuary Preservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Dry Tortugas National Park

PermanentNo Fishing
Dry Tortugas National Park · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Dry Tortugas Research Natural Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Dry Tortugas Research Natural Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
Official Source →

Eastern Dry Rocks Sanctuary Preservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Eastern Dry Rocks Sanctuary Preservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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About Fishing in Florida

Florida offers diverse fishing opportunities with 8827 water quality monitoring stations tracking conditions across the state. Whether you're looking for bass, trout, catfish, or other species, our real-time water quality data helps you find the best fishing spots.

Understanding Water Quality Scores

Our readiness scores (0-100) combine multiple factors including dissolved oxygen levels, pH balance, water temperature, and turbidity. Scores above 75 indicate excellent fishing conditions, while scores between 50-75 suggest good conditions.

Planning Your Fishing Trip

Before heading out, always check local regulations and obtain the required fishing license. Water quality conditions can change rapidly, so we recommend checking scores on the day of your trip for the most accurate information.