United States of America · Spearfishing zone
Florida state and adjacent federal waters (general)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Florida state and adjacent federal waters (general).
Spearfishing is permitted in most Florida saltwater areas outside restricted buffers, sanctuaries, parks and no-spearing zones, subject to FWC gear and species rules. Coordinate is a representative offshore point on the Florida reef tract (Atlantic side), not a precise boundary.
What applies here
Restrictions
Specific rules and limits that apply within this area.
No powerheads/bangsticks/rebreathers (rebreathers allowed only for lionfish); no spearing within 100 yards of public bathing beaches, commercial/public fishing piers or fishing bridges; no spearing within 100 feet of jetties (with stated exceptions); prohibited species list applies; all freshwater closed.
When it applies
Seasons
Time-of-year periods that affect spearfishing in this zone.
Species-specific seasons apply
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
25.0000°N, 80.4000°W
View on the mapSource
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for United States of America
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Purchase from the relevant state fish and wildlife agency online portal, license vendors, or in person. Requirements differ by state and by resident/non-resident status.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · fisheries.noaa.gov
On the ground
Local shops & charters
Gear shops, charters, courses and clubs around United States of America. Sample listings are clearly marked while we verify real operators.