Florida Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Tax Holiday: Your Questions Answered
As the Florida Department of Revenue's official holiday guidance confirms, the exemption covers qualifying hunting, fishing, and camping supplies purchased between September 1 and December 31, 2026 — with different rules applying to each category.
For the complete retailer compliance guide — including the full qualifying item lists, price thresholds, and what retailers need to configure before the holiday — read our full Florida outdoor tax holiday article.
Hunting Supplies — No Price Cap
Firearms of any price qualify. A $300 handgun and a $3,000 rifle are both fully exempt through December 31. Ammunition of any price qualifies — rifle, shotgun, handgun, and rimfire rounds are all covered. Bows and crossbows of any price qualify. Firearm accessories — including scopes, optics, suppressors, holsters, magazines, cleaning kits, stocks, and triggers — all qualify with no price cap.
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Fishing Supplies — Price Caps Apply
Individual bait or tackle items qualify at $10 or less. Multi-item tackle packages qualify at $20 or less. Individual fishing rods or reels qualify at $75 or less. A rod-and-reel set qualifies if the combined price is $150 or less. The individual versus set distinction matters — a $80 rod sold alone is taxable, but a $140 rod-and-reel set is exempt.
Camping Supplies — Mixed Rules
Camping stoves, portable hammocks, and collapsible camping chairs qualify with no price cap. Camping lanterns and flashlights qualify at $30 or less. Sleeping bags qualify at $50 or less. Tents qualify at $200 or less. Items above these thresholds are fully taxable — premium gear frequently exceeds the camping price caps.
What Does NOT Qualify
Hunting apparel and clothing are not covered. ATVs, off-road vehicles, boats, and watercraft are excluded. Repairs and rentals are taxable. Purchases at hotels, resorts, theme parks, and airports are taxable. Commercial and business purchases do not qualify.
Online Purchases and Gift Cards
Online orders placed and paid for during the September 1 through December 31 window qualify even if delivery occurs after December 31. The transaction date — not the delivery date — determines taxability. Gift cards purchased before the holiday can be used to buy qualifying items tax-free during the holiday. Gift cards purchased during the holiday cannot be used after December 31 to claim the exemption — the item purchase date always controls.
Still Have Questions?
The Florida Department of Revenue's official holiday page has the complete qualifying item lists and retailer guidance.
Not sure whether a specific product qualifies or need help configuring your retail systems through December 31? Book a free consultation with our team at sales.tax.
What this means for your business
If your sales into Florida have grown with prices, you may have crossed the economic nexus threshold without changing anything about how you sell. We’ll tell you where you stand in 30 minutes — and if there’s nothing to fix, we’ll say so.