Stuart bass fishing charters
Guided bass trips on Lake Okeechobee, Headwaters Lake and Lake Osborne.
Pick a lake and a trip length, and a local guide takes you bass fishing: Lake Okeechobee from Okeechobee City, Pahokee or Belle Glade, Headwaters Lake near Fellsmere, or Lake Osborne in Lake Worth Beach for peacock bass and largemouth. Trips start at $350 for 4 hours, with the bass boat, rods, reels and lures included.
Build Your Trip
Pick a lake, then where to launch and how long, and book on the live calendar.
Tell us what sounds fun and we’ll show the lakes that fit, or pick a lake and the length you want.
1. What sounds fun? Optional
2. Pick your lake Start here · select one
Looking for a specific fish?
2. Your options
Where How longPick a trip to see your options and the live calendar.
Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm. Your guide confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip. Each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt.
Where can you go bass fishing near Stuart?
iOutdoors books guided bass trips on three lakes within driving distance of Stuart: Lake Okeechobee, launching from Okeechobee City, Pahokee or Belle Glade, from $350 for 4 hours, $450 for 6 hours and $550 for 8 hours; Headwaters Lake near Fellsmere, from $400 for 4 hours, $500 for 6 hours and $600 for 8 hours; and Lake Osborne in Lake Worth Beach, for peacock bass and largemouth, from $350 for 4 hours, $450 for 6 hours and $550 for 8 hours. The guide provides the bass boat, fuel, rods, reels and lures. Each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt.
What’s included and what to bring
- Professional local fishing guide
- Bass boat and fuel
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Artificial lures
- Life jackets
- Florida freshwater fishing license (each angler 16 or older, unless exempt)
- 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 Stuart bass trips
5.03 reviews
Excellent fishing
Went out for a day of fishing out of Stuart. Excellent captain and fishing. The fishing was good and everyone went home with smiles for the day. I would definitely go back again.
Babs Smith · March 2021
Enjoyed the adventure
We had a great time! The boat was completely awesome and the equipment was outstanding. It was slightly cold but still very nice.
Chuck Wilson · January 2021
Great Day, Great Crew
Awesome day on the water, lots of biggins caught consistently found fish and made for a fun day. Great experience and we will definitely do this trip again next time we're in Hutchinson Island.
Robert Trust · December 2020
What’s biting by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Bass move shallow to spawn late in the winter
- Peacock bass slow down in cold water
Spring Mar–May
- Spawn and post-spawn bass
- A good time for a big fish
Summer Jun–Aug
- Early and late in the day is best
- Peacock bass at their best on Lake Osborne
Fall Sep–Nov
- Bass feed up as the water cools
- Good all-day fishing
Fish you can catch near Stuart
Largemouth bass on all three lakes, and peacock bass on Lake Osborne. Swipe to learn more.
Largemouth bass
Black bassCaught all year, in the grass, along the banks and around cover.
Peacock bass
Butterfly peacockSouth Florida canals and lakes, best in the warm months. Catch and release is encouraged.
Size limits, bag limits and seasons change: see the FWC freshwater fishing regulations.
Where you’ll fish
Lake Okeechobee: Florida’s biggest lake, with launches at Okeechobee City (north shore), Pahokee (east shore) and Belle Glade (south shore).
Headwaters Lake: near Fellsmere, west of Vero Beach.
Lake Osborne: in Lake Worth Beach, with peacock bass and largemouth.
Meeting spot: your guide confirms the boat ramp and start time with you before the trip.
Stuart bass fishing questions
How much does a bass fishing trip near Stuart cost?
Trips start at $350 for 4 hours on Lake Okeechobee and Lake Osborne, and $400 for 4 hours on Headwaters Lake. The booking calendar shows the price for your date and group.
Which lake should I pick?
Lake Okeechobee is the big-fish lake, with three launch towns. Headwaters Lake is near Fellsmere. Lake Osborne in Lake Worth Beach is the place for peacock bass.
What can I catch?
Largemouth bass on all three lakes, and peacock bass on Lake Osborne.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt. You can buy one online from the FWC before your trip.
How many people can come?
Bass trips take up to 4 people on the bass boat.
What’s included?
Your guide, the bass boat and fuel, rods, reels, tackle, artificial lures and life jackets. Not included: your freshwater fishing license, optional live shiners, the guide’s tip (10–20% is customary), and food and drinks.
Which trip length should I book?
4 hours is a good first trip and works well with kids. 6 or 8 hours gives your guide time to try more water.
Where do we meet?
Your guide confirms the boat ramp and start time with you before the trip. On Lake Okeechobee you pick Okeechobee City, Pahokee or Belle Glade.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain or guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
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