Starting November 1st, recreational harvesting of hogfish will be closed in both state and federal waters off Florida’s east coast and the Florida Keys. This closure affects all waters south of Cape Sable in the Gulf of Mexico, extending up the Atlantic coast to the Florida-Georgia border.
The hogfish season in these waters runs from May 1st to October 31st each year.
However, recreational hogfish harvest remains open in Gulf waters north of Cape Sable.
READ: Florida Gulf Coast Fishing Report: October 30
Important Reminders for Anglers:
- State Reef Fish Angler: Anyone fishing for hogfish in Florida from a private recreational vessel must register as a State Reef Fish Angler. This registration must be renewed annually. For more information, visit MyFWC.com/SRFS.
- Licensing: Obtain and manage your fishing licenses online at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.
- Regulations: Stay up-to-date on current hogfish regulations by visiting MyFWC.com/Marine, clicking on “Recreational Regulations,” and then selecting “Hogfish.”
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