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Ohio–Bahia Honda Channel Fishing Bridge: hours, fees and license

As of / last verified: October 14, 2026 against official sources · Source: FWC Boating & Angling Guide: Ohio–Bahia Honda Channel

Quick answer

Hours: 24 hours (FWC Boating & Angling Guide (survey Oct 2010; confirm on site))
Entry fee: None
License covered?: No: bring your own license unless exempt
Parking: Gravel road-shoulder parking

This old bridge sits beside US-1 and is part of the Overseas Heritage Trail. FWC notes that "No Fishing From Bridge" signs refer to the US-1 traffic bridge, not the fishing bridge.

At a glance

Item	Detail
Managed by	Florida DEP, Office of Greenways & Trails
Entry fee	None
License provided	No
Restrooms / bait	None listed
Parking	Gravel shoulder

Region: Florida Keys fishing rules & piers

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Where is Ohio–Bahia Honda Channel Fishing Bridge?

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Map location: 24.670516, -81.249722. Source: FWC Boating & Angling Guide, Florida Keys ('Map It' coordinates): https://gis.myfwc.com/boating_guides/Florida_Keys/pages/fishing_piers/ohio_channel/index.html.

Don't get ticketed: checklist

Check the official page for closures before you go.
If the fee doesn't cover a license, carry your Florida saltwater license (unless exempt).
Piers and bridges count as "shore" for the Shore-based Shark Fishing permit.
Follow the Florida Keys size, bag and season limits.

Permit steps

Confirm hours and fees on the official page linked below.
Buy a saltwater license if not covered or exempt (GoOutdoorsFlorida.com).
Add species permits you need (for example, the snook permit).

Frequently asked questions

Can you fish the Bahia Honda bridge?

FWC's guide lists the Ohio–Bahia Honda Channel fishing bridge (the old bridge, not US-1) as open 24 hours with no entrance fee. Bring your own license.

Official sources

FWC Boating & Angling Guide: Ohio–Bahia Honda Channel

Last verified: October 14, 2026.

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Disclaimer: This page is a plain-English summary for general information. It is not legal advice. Rules, seasons and boundaries can change at short notice, including by emergency order. Always check the current regulations on MyFWC.com before you fish.