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Bonefish fishing in Monroe County

7 rated shore spots in Monroe County hold bonefish — ranked below with today's live forecast score for the species.

Bonefish forecast map for Monroe County

Every spot colored by how it fishes for bonefish right now. Scrub the timeline, tap a pin for its forecast, or go full screen.

When to go

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🌊 Fish the flood tide.

Size, bag and season rules in Monroe County

Catch and release only

Monroe County

Rules set by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Keeping
Return every fish

Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission · checked Sep 30, 2026

A summary of the rules these authorities publish for anglers, checked on the dates shown. It is not legal advice: the authority's own page is the rule, and rules can change.

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Best bonefish spots in Monroe County

1Long Key State ParkLow · 30HotspotThe park lists bonefish on its grass flats, and the FWC's Keys guide places some of the best bonefishing in the Keys here. Wade quietly on a rising tide and lead tailing fish with a shrimp or small jig.2Curry Hammock State ParkLow · 30ReliableThe park says its flats often hold bonefish. Wade quietly on a rising tide and lead cruising fish with a live shrimp or small jig.3Little Duck Key Veterans Memorial ParkLow · 30ReliableTail on the rising tide on calm mornings, spring and fall best; catch and release only.4Bahia Honda State ParkLow · 30Worth a tryTail on the park's sand and grass flats on a rising tide. Wade quietly and cast a live shrimp well ahead of the fish.5Sombrero BeachLow · 30Worth a tryOn the flats on a rising tide in calm conditions; catch and release only.6Indian Key FillLow · 30Worth a tryOccasionally tail on the shallow flats either side of the fill. A live shrimp cast ahead of cruising fish.7Harry Harris ParkLow · 30Worth a tryOccasional on the flats by the park on calm, clear mornings; catch and release only.
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Tactics for bonefish

Top baits, best first

  1. Live Shrimp
  2. Dead Shrimp
  3. Clouser Minnow
  4. Soft Plastic Shrimp

Rigs that work, best first

  1. Jighead
  2. Split-Shot Rig
  3. Freeline Live Bait