Join Us for the Florida Lobster Sport Season at Gulfview Getaways!

Experience the excitement of Florida’s lobster sport season right here in Marathon, Florida!

Season: Aug. 6-March 31

Daily Bag Limit: 6 per person

Possession limit on the water: Equal to the daily bag limit

Minimum Size Limit: Carapace length must be larger than 3 inches, measured in the water. Possession and use of a measuring device required at all times. Find out how to measure a spiny lobster.

Prohibited Areas: Harvest of lobster is prohibited in John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park during the sport season. At all times, harvest of lobster is prohibited in Everglades National Park, Dry Tortugas National Park, no-take areas in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, in the Biscayne Bay/Card Sound Lobster Sanctuary, and in the five Coral Reef Protection Areas in Biscayne National Park.

Other Prohibitions:
Unless exempt, a recreational saltwater fishing license and a lobster permit are required to harvest spiny lobster
Lobster must be landed in whole condition. Separating the tail from the body is prohibited in state waters.
The harvest or possession of eggbearing spiny lobster, or any other eggbearing species of lobster belonging to the families Palinuridae (spiny lobsters), Scyllaridae (slipper lobsters) or Synaxidae (furry lobsters) is prohibited
No person shall harvest or attempt to harvest spiny lobster using any device which will or could puncture, penetrate or crush the exoskeleton (shell) or the flesh of the lobster
Recreational trapping prohibited
Regardless of what species you are fishing for, bag limits are only for properly licensed individuals and those people exempt from license requirements who are actively harvesting. People harvesting may not exceed their individual bag limit and take someone else’s bag limit. That is, people (including children) who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for purposes of bag limits.

Watch the Action

Catch all the underwater excitement by watching the Lobster Mini Season Video.

Stay Informed

Before you dive in, make sure to review the Catch the Facts rules for lobster season to ensure a fun and safe experience.

Join Us

Gulfview Getaways is the ideal spot to stay during the regular season, offering comfortable accommodations and easy access to the best diving spots. Book your stay with us and be part of this exhilarating event. We look forward to celebrating the Florida lobster sport season with you!

Experience Luxury at Gulfview Getaways

At Gulfview Getaways, we pride ourselves on offering some of the very best luxury short-term rental homes in the area. Our properties provide the perfect blend of comfort and elegance, ensuring a memorable stay. Enjoy the convenience of lobstering directly off our docks at both houses, making your stay not only luxurious but also exciting.

If you have any questions or wish to schedule your dream getaway, reach out directly to us. Let us help you create an unforgettable vacation experience!

For more information and reservations, visit our website or contact us directly. Let’s make this mini season a memorable one!