Okeechobee City bass fishing charters
Okeechobee bass fishing for largemouth on the north end of Lake Okeechobee.
Guided freshwater trips on Lake Okeechobee, Florida's largest lake. Fish the grass and marsh for largemouth bass with artificial lures or live shiners, with bluegill and shellcracker in spring. A good fit for families and serious bass anglers alike.
Book your bass trip
Bass trips launch from Okeechobee City, on the north shore of the lake. Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.
4-hour bass trip
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6-hour bass trip
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8-hour bass trip
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- Free cancellation up to 72 hours before
- Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather
Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm. Your guide confirms the boat ramp and start time with you before the trip.
What's included and what's not
- Professional local bass guide
- Bass boat and fuel
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Artificial lures
- Life jackets
- Florida freshwater fishing license (required for most anglers 16 and older)
- Live wild shiners (optional; ask your guide about the cost)
- Guide tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the boat ramp
What to bring
Reviews from Okeechobee City bass trips
5.0939 reviews
Had a great time with Capt. Cody! He was very knowledgeable about the area and went above and beyond for us. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to catch fish and have a great day on the water!
Brittany Ziobro · October 2026 · Google
Captain Paul is great! He made sure we had a really good time. Hope to see you again soon.Nancy, Jon and David
Nancy Pulling · October 2026 · Google
Great day with Captain Justin on his 19’ Nitro / 200 Yamaha. He put us on bigmouth bass, bluegill, and crappie, and he knows the fish, alligators, manatees, and Florida birds as well as he knows the water. Capable boat, knowledgeable captain — we’d go again.
Larry Franz · October 2026 · Google
Cody was our guide. We absolutely loved Captain Coby. He put on some monster fish and we had a blast. Awesome gyude service. Awesome Guide
tommy pomeroy · October 2026 · Google
We had a great 2 days fishing on Lake Okeechobee with Captain DJ Timms. He was excellent with the kids. We will be back!!
Nadra Woods · October 2026 · Google
Camem was great! Knowledgeable and friendly!
Cindy Miller · October 2026 · Google
Great experience! Amazing view! So many crocodiles. Paul was outstanding with his service! Thank you
Nadezhda Cregg · September 2026 · Google
As an avid bass fisherwoman in TN, Okeechobee has always been on my bass lake bucket list and then add Mark Shephard as my guide and it couldn’t get much better! Fairly slow in the beginning but we ended up getting on a top water bite and it was game on! I will definitely be back!
Lindsey S · September 2026 · Google
Another great day out on the “big O” with Mark. It’s like fishing with a friend he is an outstanding patient teacher and for a beginner like me it’s been the best thing to help me improve. Looking forward to booking a number of trips this winter.
John Tanzilli · September 2026 · Google
Did a group trip with 5 guides and all were exceptional. Great communication and a fun time
Jim Holtmann · September 2026 · Google
My son and I went out with Captain Paul and had a great morning fishing. Will definitely hire him again.
John McDonald · September 2026 · Google
Had a great time this morning catching bass on topwater. Captain Mark was an excellent guide with a lot of knowledge and experience. Don’t hesitate to book a trip with him and this company.
chad thrush · September 2026 · Google
Fish you can catch on Lake Okeechobee
Largemouth bass are the main target, with crappie and panfish in season. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Largemouth bass
Florida bassYear-round in the grass and marsh. Big fish move shallow to spawn from about December to March.
Black crappie
Speckled perchThe cool-season favorite. Specks school in the open lake and marsh from about November to March.
Bluegill
BreamSpring and summer on shallow beds. Steady action for kids.
Redear sunfish
ShellcrackerSpring around the full moons, when they bed in the shallows.
Bowfin
MudfishHard-fighting fish of the marsh and grass. Usually released.
Size limits, bag limits and seasons change: see the FWC freshwater fishing regulations.
What's biting by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Bass spawn season and the best shot at a big fish
- Crappie at their best
Spring Mar–May
- Late spawn and post-spawn bass, bluegill and shellcracker on beds
Summer Jun–Aug
- Early-morning topwater bass, then deeper grass edges as it heats up
Fall Sep–Nov
- Bass feed up as the water cools
- Crappie start to school late in the season
- Every angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt. Buy it online before the trip.
- Black bass: 5 per person per day, and only 1 may be 16" or longer. Most guides release bass.
- Crappie: 25 per person per day, 10" minimum.
Source: FWC. Limits change; your guide has the current rules.
Where you'll fish
North-end grass flats
Eelgrass, hydrilla, reeds and lily pads hold bass most of the year. Your guide reads the water level and wind to pick the spot.
Kissimmee River area
The Kissimmee River enters the lake on the north end. Moving water and channel edges hold fish, especially in cooler months.
Rim canal & offshore grass
When the shallows get hot or rough, guides fish the rim canal and deeper grass edges.
Where can you go bass fishing near Okeechobee City?
Okeechobee City sits on the north shore of Lake Okeechobee, the largest lake in Florida. iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour guided trips for largemouth bass from Okeechobee City, with live online booking. The guide provides the bass boat, fuel, rods, reels and lures. Each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license.
Okeechobee City bass fishing guide
Lake Okeechobee covers about 730 square miles, and Okeechobee City is the largest town on its shore. The lake is shallow, with miles of grass, reeds and marsh that hold largemouth bass all year. A guided trip takes the guesswork out of a lake this big: your guide knows which areas are fishing well for the water level, wind and season.
Where you'll fish
The north end of the lake has grass flats, marsh and the mouth of the Kissimmee River. Guides also fish the rim canal and deeper grass edges when the shallows get hot or rough. Your guide confirms the boat ramp before the trip.
How the trips work
Trips run from a bass boat with a trolling motor. Your guide provides rods, reels and artificial lures, and can set you up with live wild shiners, which is often the best way to catch a big bass. Shiners are optional and cost extra; ask your guide when you book. Most bass are photographed and released.
Best time to go
Bass fishing is good all year. Winter and early spring bring the spawn and the best shot at a big fish, and the cooler months are crappie season. In summer, go early for topwater action before the heat and afternoon storms. Fall brings cooler water and active fish.
Tips for planning your trip
- Get your license first. Buy a Florida freshwater fishing license online before the trip and bring it with you.
- Morning trips usually fish best, especially in summer.
- Kids and first-timers do well on a 4-hour trip, often with live shiners for steady action.
- Wind matters. Lake Okeechobee is big and shallow, so your guide may change the launch or plan on windy days.
Questions about bass trips
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Freshwater guides don't carry a license that covers guests, so each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt. You can buy one online before the trip.
Where do we meet?
Your guide confirms the boat ramp and start time with you before the trip. Okeechobee City trips launch on the north end of Lake Okeechobee.
Can I keep my fish?
Most guides release bass after photos. Ask your guide before the trip.
Is it good for kids?
Yes. A 4-hour trip, often with live shiners for steady action, is a good fit for families.
What if the weather is bad?
If the guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
Nearby Lake Okeechobee bass fishing locations
Bass trips also launch from these towns around the lake.
Lake Port
Grass flats, reeds and marsh on the northwest side of the lake.
Bass 4, 6 or 8 hr · book online
Pahokee
Grass, reeds and the rim canal on the east side of the lake.
Bass 4, 6 or 8 hr · book online
Belle Glade
Marsh, grass flats and the rim canal on the southeast corner.
Bass 4, 6 or 8 hr · book online
Clewiston
Wide grass flats, marsh and the rim canal on the south end.
Bass 4, 6 or 8 hr · book online