Crevalle Jack Fishing in Florida
When crevalle jack are caught across Florida, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Crevalle Jack catch through the year
Recreational catch in Florida by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
Seasonal catch and conditions for Florida
Seasonal catch, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Catching crevalle jack in Florida
Crevalle Jack catches in Florida run hardest around Mar-Apr, with the strongest two-month windows in Mar-Apr and Sep-Oct. Anglers keep about 24% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the Florida fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch crevalle jack in Florida?+
Catches peak around Mar-Apr (March and April). The strongest two-month windows are Mar-Apr and Sep-Oct. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release crevalle jack in Florida?+
Across Florida, about 24% of the crevalle jack caught are kept and 76% are released. That works out to roughly 2.7M kept and 8.5M released in 2024.
How many crevalle jack are caught in Florida?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 11M crevalle jack caught by recreational anglers in Florida in 2024, making it the #9 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this crevalle jack data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
