Belle Glade crappie fishing charters
Speckled perch on Lake Okeechobee, best from about November to March.
Guided crappie trips on Lake Okeechobee from Belle Glade. Fish light tackle with jigs and minnows for black crappie, the cool-season favorite, with bluegill and other panfish mixed in. A good trip for families and anyone who wants fish to take home.
Book your crappie trip
Crappie trips launch from Belle Glade, on the southeast shore of the lake. Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.
4-hour crappie trip
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6-hour crappie trip
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8-hour crappie 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 fishing guide
- Boat and fuel
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Jigs and light tackle
- Life jackets
- Florida freshwater fishing license (required for most anglers 16 and older)
- Live minnows (ask your guide if they are included or extra)
- Guide tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the boat ramp
What to bring
Reviews from Belle Glade trips
5.085 reviewsfrom all Belle Glade trips
What an awesome trip. The entire day was smooth and enjoyable, and the fishing didn’t disappoint! We had solid action all morning and even pulled in a couple of personal bests. The guide was attentive and kept the mood upbeat and fun. Whether you’re there for serious fishing or a relaxing day on…
Joshua Carter · April 2025 · Google
The trip was even better than we hoped. From the moment we left the dock, everything ran smoothly. The guide was energetic and informative, making sure everyone on board got a chance to reel something in. We ended up with a solid haul and some incredible memories. The entire trip had a laid-back…
Lily Bell · April 2025 · Google
This was our first charter fishing experience and it definitely won’t be our last. The trip was easy to book and very well organized. Our guide took the time to explain everything and made sure everyone was comfortable. The boat was clean, and the equipment was in excellent shape. We caught several…
Sawyer Whitaker · April 2025 · Google
One of the most enjoyable fishing charters I’ve ever experienced. The day was organized, relaxed, and full of action. The guide handled everything smoothly, and we felt comfortable from the moment we stepped on board. The fish were biting, the weather was perfect, and the vibe on the boat was just…
Xavier Reed · April 2025 · Google
Best fishing experience we’ve ever had! The guide was professional, fun, and extremely knowledgeable. We caught more fish than expected and even learned a few new techniques. Everything was well-organized, and we’re already planning our next trip.
Damian Bennett · March 2025 · Google
Mark Rose
Did a afternoon trip with Mark Rose today, we got right on the fish, caught 20+ in a short afternoon session, had a chance at something huge, but missed it. It was a great time, and I learned a lot. Mark is a very patient Charter Captain, and the boat is very comfortable. All in all it was a great…
Mark DeAngelis · March 2025
Fishing
Mark was extremely accommodating. Was constantly putting us on fish & also alligator encounters. Best of the best. Worked hard for the entire expedition. Top notch
Amanda grady · March 2025
Fishing, island hopping, and adventure in one day! After an action-packed morning of fishing, we explored a few remote islands, where we relaxed and swam in crystal-clear waters. It was like two trips in one—an incredible fishing adventure followed by a tropical escape. The guide knew all the best hidden spots!
Samuel Miller · March 2025 · Google
Great experience overall! The guide was very knowledgeable about local fish species and kept the day lighthearted while still making sure we were learning. We caught several different fish, and it was just a wonderful day out on the water. I’ll definitely book again next time I’m in the area!
Joshua Gray · March 2025 · Google
Awesome job! Booked 8 hrs in late July and still got the fish! Outstanding, fun, great time!
Toby Shearer · July 2024 · Google
Okeechobee Bass Trip Dec ‘23
Booked a trip for the wife and I with Capt Mark Rose out of Belle Glade. Awesome time and Capt Mark always puts us on the fish. He does so well the wife outfishes me.
Greg Haddix · December 2023
Bass Fishing
Excellent Bass Fishing is Great but boat ramp in perfect condition. Bathroom very clean, Staff is at bait shop very helpful and friendly.
Hector Condis · December 2023
Fish you can catch on a crappie trip
Black crappie are the main target, with bluegill, shellcracker and the odd bass. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Black crappie
Speckled perchThe cool-season favorite. Specks school in open water and along grass 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.
Largemouth bass
Florida bassYear-round in the grass and marsh. Big fish move shallow to spawn from about December to March.
Size limits, bag limits and seasons change: see the FWC freshwater fishing regulations.
What's biting by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Peak crappie season
- Specks school in open water and along grass
Spring Mar–May
- Crappie early in the season, then bluegill and shellcracker on beds
Summer Jun–Aug
- Crappie are harder to find
- Bass and bluegill are a better bet
Fall Sep–Nov
- Crappie start to school as the water cools, usually by November
- Every angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt. Buy it online before the trip.
- Crappie: 25 per person per day, 10" minimum.
- Black bass: 5 per person per day, and only 1 may be 16" or longer.
Source: FWC. Limits change; your guide has the current rules.
Where you'll fish
Open-water schools
In the cooler months, crappie school in open water. Your guide finds them with electronics.
Grass and marsh edges
Specks also hold along eelgrass, hydrilla and reed lines.
Belle Glade area
Marsh, grass flats and the rim canal on the southeast corner of the lake.
When is crappie season on Lake Okeechobee?
Crappie (speckled perch) on Lake Okeechobee are best from about November to March, when they school in open water and along the grass. iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour guided crappie trips from Belle Glade with live dates online. The guide provides the boat, fuel, rods, reels and tackle. Each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license.
Belle Glade crappie fishing guide
Lake Okeechobee is one of Florida's best-known crappie lakes. In the cooler months, black crappie school up in open water and along the grass, and a guided trip is the easiest way to find them on a lake this big.
Where you'll fish
In the cooler months, crappie school in open water, and your guide finds them with electronics. They also hold along grass and reed edges. Trips launch from Belle Glade, and your guide confirms the ramp before the trip.
How the trips work
Crappie trips use light tackle with jigs and minnows. It's steady, relaxed fishing that works well for kids and first-timers. Crappie are popular to keep, within FWC limits.
Best time to go
The best crappie fishing runs from about November to March. In spring, bluegill and shellcracker bed in the shallows. In summer, a bass trip is usually the better bet.
Tips for planning your trip
- Get your license first. Buy a Florida freshwater fishing license online before the trip and bring it with you.
- Bring a cooler if you plan to keep fish.
- Dress in layers. Winter mornings on the lake can be cold.
Questions about crappie 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.
When is the best time for crappie?
From about November to March, when crappie school in open water and along the grass.
Can I keep my fish?
Yes. Crappie are popular to keep: 25 per person per day, 10" minimum. Your guide can tell you about cleaning.
Where do we meet?
Your guide confirms the boat ramp and start time with you before the trip. Trips launch from Belle Glade, on the southeast shore of Lake Okeechobee.
What if the weather is bad?
If the guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
Nearby Lake Okeechobee crappie fishing locations
Crappie trips also launch from these towns around the lake.
Okeechobee City
Grass flats, marsh and the Kissimmee River area on the north end.
Crappie 4, 6 or 8 hr · book online
Lake Port
Grass flats, reeds and marsh on the northwest side of the lake.
Crappie 4, 6 or 8 hr · book online
Clewiston
Wide grass flats, marsh and the rim canal on the south end.
Crappie 4, 6 or 8 hr · book online