With mangrove shorelines, seagrass meadows, sand flats, and deeper reefs and wrecks, Biscayne National Park offers diverse fishing experiences. Although the park is part of a federal agency, fishing and other harvesting activities are largely governed by state law. This somewhat unusual situation was written directly into the park's enabling legislation, the law that created the park and its predecessor, Biscayne National Monument. Park staff work with the State of Florida to promote regulations that ensure the long-term sustainability of fisheries resources.
The following information is a summary of some of the most commonly used fishing and harvesting information for the park. Anglers are encouraged to visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's website to become intimately familiar with the often-complex regulations. Unanswered questions can be directed to the park's Division of Law Enforcement at 305-230-1144, x1148.
