Fishing Season

Florida Stone Crab Season

Florida state waters, both coasts. Florida

Season

Florida Stone Crab Season 2026–27 Oct 15, 2026 – May 1, 2027 Open now · closes May 1, 2027

As published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), last checked October 24, 2026. Rules change — check Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) before you fish.

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Future editions
  • 2027–28 — Oct 15, 2027 – May 1, 2028
  • 2028–29 — Oct 15, 2028 – May 1, 2029 · provisional

2026–27, 2027–28 as published by the organiser at myfwc.com.

The recreational harvest season for stone crab claws in Florida state waters. Trap, claw-size and bag rules are on the FWC page.

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