Snook
Snook Regulations
Snook is managed by two regions in Florida: Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. Regulations apply in state and adjacent federal waters. No commercial harvest or sale of snook is permitted.
Regulations
Atlantic
(state and adjacent federal waters, includes Lake Okeechobee and Kissimmee River)
Season: Closed Dec. 15-Jan. 31 and June 1-Aug. 31
Slot Limit: Not less than 28" or more than 32" total length
Daily Bag Limit: 1 per harvester per day; zero captain and crew for-hire limit
Special regulations apply for this species when fishing in Biscayne National Park.
Gulf, Monroe County, Everglades National Park
(state and adjacent federal waters)
Regular season closures: Closed Dec. 1-end of February and May 1-Aug. 31
Slot Limit: Not less than 28" or more than 33" total length
Daily Bag Limit: 1 per harvester per day; zero captain and crew for-hire limit
Special regulations apply for this species when fishing in Biscayne National Park.
License Requirements: Snook permit and recreational fishing license.
NOTE: Prior to purchasing a snook permit, check current regulations in the area you plan to fish. All sales are final. Refunds will not be given even if the species you plan to target is closed to harvest.
Allowable Gear: Hook and line only
Must remain in whole condition until landed.