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Lake Okeechobee Fishing

Lake Okeechobee Fishing

Lake Okeechobee is the largest freshwater lake in Florida and the second largest natural freshwater lake in the contiguous US. It has a surface area of 734 square miles (1181 km), 143 miles (230 km) of shoreline, and an average depth of nine feet (3 meters). The maximum depth is 12 feet (4 meters). The Kissimmee River serves as the lake's primary source for water. The Herbert Hoover Dike is a earthen dam that surrounds Lake Okeechobee. .

The Seminole people, who were indigenous to Florida, fished in the lake for centuries before European colonization. They used nets, traps, and spears to catch fish such as bass, catfish, and gar. In the late 1800s, commercial fishing began on Lake Okeechobee. The lake was abundant with fish, and the industry quickly grew. Fishermen used traditional methods such as gill nets and traps to catch fish, which were sold to local markets and restaurants. In the early 1900s, sport fishing became popular on Lake Okeechobee.. Guides and outfitters began offering fishing trips on the lake, and the tourism industry grew.

Bluegill, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, and Sunfish are the most commonly caught species while fishing Lake Okeechobee. There are over 40 species of native fish in Lake Okeechobee. Known for many fishing tournaments and trophy sized Largemouth Bass, it is not uncommon to catch some weighing around 7 to 10 pounds. The lake's record for largest Bass caught is at 15 pounds and 5 ounces.



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Please check local, state/province, and federal laws before fishing for any species found on this site. All data is based on historical data found for this area, and in some cases as far back as the year 1600.

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Latest Lake Okeechobee Fishing Reports

  • Headwaters Fishing Guide Trip Updated 5/8/25
    Book a Bass Fishing trip now! 863-357-0892 – Summer time bassin with Capt Nate Shellen! The fishing is picking up post-spawn with the daily average over 40 bass a day. The we


  • Tue 22 Apr 2025 16:15:44 +0000
    Headwaters Lake- Captain Nate Shellen – Book now at 863-357-0892. Dates are open for May and June!Β  > 2 days down and 1 to go with two bass over 9lbs so far! We had 87 bass t


  • Let’s Go Fishing at Headwaters Lake in Florida!
    Book now at 863-357-0892. Dates are open for May and June! I caught back-to-back 10lb+ fish today with Jim Kelly and his twin sister Mary on Headwaters Lake! April has been h


  • Headwaters Lake Bass Fishing Charter
    Spring is here and the weather is perfect fish are biting. What else can you ask for here in Florida? It’s time to come down and book a trip and catch your BIG trophy bass wi


  • Headwaters Fishing Charter 2025
    Big big bass and lots of them with these guys this week. A full moon in March seems always to produce BIG FISH. It’s not too late to book your trip. As we progress the spring


  • Headwaters Fishing Guide – March 2025- Fishing for Big Bass!
    Book Your Trips Now for April and May – Afternoons available in March! Headwaters Fishing Guide Trip – Joseph Steifle caught this 9lb 11oz toad today! Before 7am we had 6 ove


  • Fishing is on Fire at Headwaters Update 2/25
    Book today at 863-357-0892. – Captain Nate Shellen on Headwaters LakeΒ  Eileen and Joel Kirshenbaum from Rhode Island had an amazing day on headwaters today! Both catching the


  • Headwaters Fishing Guide 2025 – February
    Book now for afternoon trips. Available dates also in March/April … 863-357-0892Β  Big bass every day this week! Catching 40+ bass every day in 5 days have had 4 fish over 8 l


  • Headwaters Fishing Trip Updated 1/14/25
    Book now – 863-357-0892 BIG BASS ALERT! Cool weather means epic fishing days ahead! Catch good numbers and a fish of a lifetime with Headwaters Fishing Guide & Okeechobee Bas


  • We are Slaying Bass! Headwaters Fishing Guide Trips
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Top Lake Okeechobee Bait & Tackle Stores

  1. Jolly Roger Marina


  2. Fast Break Bait & Tackle
    Fast Break Bait and Tackle is one of the most unique business you will ever step foot in. We have both a convenience store and tackle shop at one location. We carry everything you would ever expect in a traditional tackle shop and convenience store a

  3. Okeechobee Fishing Headquarters
    Okeechobee Fishing Headquarters is a locally-owned and operated , full-service bait and tackle store. With a huge selection of artificial baits and the best live bait on Lake Okeechobee we can supply all the needs to make your day as enjoyable as pos

  4. Slim's Fish Camp


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Top Lake Okeechobee Fishing Charters & Guides

  1. Just 4 Bass
    Just 4 Bass is owned and operated by Professional Fishing Guide Scott Kerslake, who is a certified United States Coast Guard Captain. Just 4 Bass offers professional bass guides for both a full and a half day at Lake Okeechobee.

  2. Shellen Guide Services
    Professional Bass Fishing Guides on lake Okeechobee. We value our clients, and want them to enjoy the best fishing trip of their life each time we fish together. We have the highest rate of repeat business on Lake Okeechobee for a reason! We catch bi

  3. Fast Break Bait & Tackle
    Fast Break Bait and Tackle is one of the most unique business you will ever step foot in. We have both a convenience store and tackle shop at one location. We carry everything you would ever expect in a traditional tackle shop and convenience store a

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Top Lake Okeechobee Marinas

  1. Roland & Mary Ann Martin's Marina and Resort


  2. Jolly Roger Marina


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