Lanes hold over hard bottom and artificial reef in 40-90 feet — the inner reef line off the 904 coast. They school in numbers on smaller structure where bigger snapper don't dominate. Often caught while targeting other species.
Pinkish body with horizontal yellow stripes running tail to gill, distinctive black spot on the upper rear flank. Florida Atlantic minimum 12 inches, daily bag of 10. Most are 1-2 lb; 3+ lb is a big one. Year-round legal — no closed season.
Year-round on the 904 reef line. Summer most aggressive in warm water. Winter slows but consistent enough. They're a steady-action species — when other snapper are closed, lanes fill the cooler.
Light tackle works — 30 lb leader, 1/0 hook, small live shrimp or cut squid, fish 40-90 feet over reef structure. Drop to the bottom, crank up a few turns. The bite is sharp; set immediately. Lanes are great table fish and a perfect entry point for new offshore anglers — willing biters, no closed season.
Florida fishing regulations change. Always confirm slot, bag limits, and seasons on the official source before you keep anything. See our Licenses & Regulations page or go straight to MyFWC.com.