Fishing near Tallahassee, FL
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Tallahassee. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Tarpon Big largemouth. | FL | 188 mi | lake |
| Gulf Coast (Orange Beach) Red snapper and inshore species. | AL | 198 mi | coast |
| Alabama River Catfish and bass. | AL | 206 mi | river |
| Tampa Bay | FL | 209 mi | bay |
| St. Johns River Bass and crappie. | FL | 210 mi | river |
| Chattahoochee River Trout below Buford Dam. | GA | 232 mi | river |
| Lake Allatoona | GA | 254 mi | lake |
| Lake Lanier Spotted and largemouth bass. | GA | 260 mi | lake |
FL license & regulations
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
- Resident annual: $17.00
- Non-resident annual: $47.00
- Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission — 2026 license fees (GoOutdoorsFlorida.com). (2026)
Species nearby
Largemouth BassRed SnapperRed DrumSpeckled TroutCatfishSnookCrappieRainbow TroutBrown TroutSpotted Bass
Local data & agency contact
FishFig doesn’t yet have a curated local fishing report for Tallahassee. For the most current public waters, stocking schedules, and fishing reports, contact the state agency below.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) · 727-896-8626 · https://myfwc.com
Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.