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Enjoy License-Free Fishing Days in Florida

These are great opportunities to take kids fishing!

By Alison Ellis March 30, 2024

Have you ever wanted to try out fishing or take a friend or your child along with you? While you usually need a fishing license to do so, the state of Florida has designated license-free fishing days for recreational anglers. 

Enjoy these license-free fishing days in Florida:

License-free freshwater days

  • First consecutive Saturday and Sunday in April (April 6-7, 2024)
  • Second consecutive Saturday and Sunday in June (June 8-9, 2024)

License-free saltwater days 

  • First consecutive Saturday and Sunday in June (June 1-2, 2024)
  • First Saturday in September (September 7, 2024)
  • Saturday following Thanksgiving (November 30, 2024) 

Read more about license-free fishing days, or learn more about Florida recreational fishing and hunting licenses and permits