Structure: Public Reef
Quick Facts
Fishing Spots: | 30,673 |
Fishing Areas: | 666 |
Named Spots: | 5,686 |
Species: | 101 |
Structures: | 325 |
Recipes: | 10 |
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- Ethanol Free Gas
- Bait Vending Machine
- Hook n Cook
- Dock n Dine
- Ice Vending Machine
- Party Boat
- Fish Camp
- Primitive Camping and Fishing
- RV Camping and Fishing
- Public Use Cabins
- Inclusive Fishing Vacation
- Marina
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AWOIS/ENC Data
- AWOIS Obstruction
- AWOIS Wreck
- ENC Wreck
Information
- Ethanol Free Gas
- Bait Vending Machine
- Hook n Cook
- Dock n Dine
- Ice Vending Machine
- Party Boat
- Fish Camp
- Primitive Camping and Fishing
- RV Camping and Fishing
- Public Use Cabins
- Inclusive Fishing Vacation
- Marina
About: Public Reef
Artificial underwater structures known as public fishing reefs are strategically positioned in water bodies to enrich fishing experiences for anglers. Constructed from materials such as concrete, steel, or rock, these reefs serve as habitats for fish, drawing them to specific locations. The primary purpose of public fishing reefs is to establish productive fishing grounds, boost fish populations, and foster recreational fishing. These reefs aim to provide an artificial habitat that mirrors natural underwater formations like coral reefs or rocky outcrops, thereby attracting a diverse array of fish species and nurturing a thriving ecosystem.
Public fishing reefs attract a variety of fish species, including popular game fish such as Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Gray Triggerfish, Vermilion Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, and various types of reef fish. The specific fish species drawn to a reef can vary based on the region and the type of reef structure in place. In contributing to the conservation of marine ecosystems, public fishing reefs play a vital role in offering anglers enhanced opportunities for recreational fishing. These initiatives form part of a broader commitment to balance the preservation of natural habitats with the promotion of sustainable and responsible fishing practices.
7 General Structures in Public Reef
Aircraft
Public Reef->Aircraft has 3 fishing areas, 1 different species and has 23 fishing locations.
Artificial Reef
Public Reef->Artificial Reef has 659 fishing areas, 74 different species and has 27,037 fishing locations.
Civilian Vehicle
Public Reef->Civilian Vehicle has 3 fishing areas, 3 different species and has 36 fishing locations.
Military Vehicle
Public Reef->Military Vehicle has 2 fishing areas, 3 different species and has 271 fishing locations.
Military Vessel
Public Reef->Military Vessel has 4 fishing areas, 8 different species and has 75 fishing locations.
Oil Well
Public Reef->Oil Well has 4 fishing areas, 20 different species and has 2,615 fishing locations.
Vessel
Public Reef->Vessel has 23 fishing areas, 52 different species and has 616 fishing locations.
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