Lake Ida fishing charters
Guided peacock bass and largemouth bass trips on Lake Ida in Delray Beach.
Lake Ida sits in Delray Beach in Palm Beach County, with Lake Ida West Park on its shore. Butterfly peacock bass and largemouth bass are the main targets. Book a 2-hour trip or a half or full day online with live dates.
Book your Lake Ida fishing trip
Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.
2-hour bass charter
4-hour bass charter
6-hour bass charter
8-hour bass charter
Meeting spot: 1455 Lake Ida Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33444 (Lake Ida West Park). Your guide confirms the spot and start time with you before the trip, based on conditions. Each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt. 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.
How do you book a Lake Ida fishing charter?
iOutdoors books 2-, 4-, 6- and 8-hour guided bass trips on Lake Ida in Delray Beach, with live dates online. Trips target butterfly peacock bass and largemouth bass and meet at Lake Ida West Park. The guide provides the boat, fuel, rods, reels and lures, and each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license.
What's included and what's not
- Professional local fishing guide
- 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
Lake Ida
Lake Ida sits in Delray Beach in Palm Beach County and is part of the Osborne-Ida chain of lakes. Lake Ida West Park lines part of the shore, with two boat ramps, a fishing pier and about 9,600 feet of lake frontage.
Every trip on this page fishes Lake Ida for butterfly peacock bass and largemouth bass. Trips meet at the park entrance, 1455 Lake Ida Rd, and your guide confirms the spot and start time with you before the trip.
Fish you can catch on Lake Ida
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Peacock bassLearn more
Largemouth bassLearn moreSize limits, bag limits and seasons change: see the FWC freshwater fishing regulations.
Reviews from Lake Ida trips
5.0442 reviews
Captain Bobby was very knowledgeable and Very helpful would highly recommend
Devinn Bua · March 2026 · Google
Went out with my two sons and we had a blast! My youngest (13) said it was my best day ever! Strongly recommend.
Ken Monahan · March 2026 · Google
My brother and I had a great 6 hour trip with Capt. Bobby Kimble. Got into some good fish on a slow day. He worked hard, was very helpful, and a certainly someone you could easily spend 6 hours with on a boat! His 21’ Nitro is comfortable and well-equipped. We fished with shiners on Okachobee, but…
John Lin · March 2026 · Google
Captain Bobby Kimble did a great job giving the conditions of the windy weather and fish kill. Still put us on some bucket list fish. Knowledgeable of the area and attentive. We had a great time. Definitely would recommend and go out with him again.
Lori Suggs · February 2026 · Google
We used Captain John Larsen for 2 half day fishing trips. One was in Belle Glade and the other was in the canals connected to Lake Ida. John was terrific and worked hard to get us on fish. The weather wasn’t great but he was flexible and provided good suggestions and options to get the best chances…
Andrew Niemann · February 2026 · Google
Fishing with Capt. Bobby Kimble is always a great experience. He know just where to find the fish. Very knowledgable and polite. Highly recommended.
Marvin Shuman · January 2026 · Google
For Dawson
Cannot say enough good things about our adventure on lake Ida with Dawson!! He put us on some nice fish in the morning and when the bite slowed, he kept the good time rolling by taking us iguana hunting!!! What an incredible man and an adventure he took us on. Highly highly recommend
Mason Grabowski · January 2026
Another great fishing experience with Capitan Bobby Kimble. I have been fishing with him for years and he always does his best to assure your trip will be the best possible. I highly recommend him if you enjoy fishing.
George Sparacio · January 2026 · Google
My husband and I Caught some amazing fish and I caught a personal best bass.
Stacie Friedman · December 2025 · Google
Cpt Bobby Kimble is a Great Lake Ida peacock bass guide. Two trips. Two great experiences.
Tony · December 2025 · Google
Most Awesome Person
Captain Bill is 100% down to earth, so easy to talk to and learn from. I booked a charter this past August wanting to take my daughter and her boyfriend out for a Peacock bass day. Both of them are avid largemouth fishermen in Michigan. I wanted this experience for my daughter but as Capt. Bill and…
Cheyenne Abnet · November 2025
Awesome day - 5 species!
We had a fantastic time with Captain Dawson. He put us on five different species, including clown knife, largemouth, mayan cichlid, and snakehead. The fish were all good size and four of us caught something. I missed a PB largemouth, but that just gives me more reason to go back :-) Dawson had a…
Steve B. · November 2025
Lake Ida fishing: what you can catch
Lake Ida fishing in Delray Beach is mostly about butterfly peacock bass and largemouth bass. Peacock bass like warm water, so spring through fall is prime time; in summer, the early-morning bite is best. A 2-hour trip is an easy way to try it, and 6 or 8 hours gives you more time for a big fish.
What's biting by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Largemouth bass spawn season
- Peacock bass slow down in cold snaps; warm afternoons between fronts fish best
Spring Mar–May
- Post-spawn largemouth bass
- Peacock bass prime time starts as the water warms
Summer Jun–Aug
- Peacock bass prime time
- Go early, before the heat and afternoon storms
Fall Sep–Nov
- Peacock bass stay active while the water is warm
- Largemouth bass feed up as the water cools
- 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. Some waters have special bass rules; your guide will tell you before the trip.
- Crappie: 25 per person per day, 10" minimum.
Source: FWC. Limits change; your guide has the current rules.
Lake Ida fishing guide
Lake Ida sits in Delray Beach in Palm Beach County, part of the Osborne-Ida chain of lakes. Butterfly peacock bass and largemouth bass are the main targets.
Where you'll fish
Lake Ida is a city lake with Lake Ida West Park on its shore, where there are two boat ramps and a fishing pier. Every trip on this page fishes Lake Ida. Trips meet at 1455 Lake Ida Rd, Delray Beach; your guide confirms the spot and start time before the trip.
How the trips work
Trips run from a bass boat. Your guide provides rods, reels and artificial lures, and can set you up with live bait, which is optional and costs extra. Most bass and peacock bass are photographed and released.
Best time to go
Peacock bass like warm water, so spring through fall is prime time. In winter, warm afternoons between cold fronts fish best. In summer, go early before the heat and afternoon storms.
Short on time?
A 2-hour trip fits a beach vacation or a morning before other plans. Book 6 or 8 hours for more time on the water.
Questions about Lake Ida trips
How much does a Lake Ida fishing charter cost?
Trips start at $225 for 2 hours, $350 for 4 hours, $450 for 6 hours and $550 for 8 hours. The live calendar shows the price for each date.
What fish can I catch on Lake Ida?
Butterfly peacock bass and largemouth bass are the main targets on every trip.
What is included?
Your guide, the bass boat and fuel, rods, reels and tackle, artificial lures and life jackets. The Florida freshwater license, live bait and the guide’s tip are not included.
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.
How many people can come?
Up to 4 people on the bass boat. Choose your number of guests in the calendar.
Which trip length should I book?
A 2-hour trip is a quick way to try it and suits younger kids. A 4-hour trip is a good first trip; book 6 or 8 hours for more time and a better shot at a big peacock bass or largemouth.
Where do we meet?
Trips meet at Lake Ida West Park, 1455 Lake Ida Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33444. Your guide confirms the spot and start time with you before the trip, based on conditions.
What should I bring?
Your fishing license, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a light rain jacket, water and snacks, and a phone or camera in a dry bag.
What if the weather is bad?
If the 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.
Can I keep my fish?
Most guides release bass and peacock bass after photos. You may keep fish within FWC limits; ask your guide before the trip.
When is the best time to fish Lake Ida?
Peacock bass like warm water, so spring through fall is prime time. In winter, warm afternoons between cold fronts fish best; in summer, go early in the morning.
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