Kenansville fishing charters
Bass fishing on the lakes around Kenansville.
Book a local bass guide near Kenansville. Lake Kissimmee trips start at $350 for 4 hours; Blue Cypress Lake, Stick Marsh and Headwaters Lake start at $400. Kenansville Lake, Lake Marian and Lake Jackson are booked by phone.
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Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm. Your guide or captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip. Distances are straight-line estimates; drive times vary with traffic.
Reviews from Kenansville-area trips
5.0212 reviews
Always enjoy coming out to fish Headwaters with Captain Paul! I’ll be back!
Jim Amsler · October 2026 · Google
Epic day on the water!
First time fishing with Captain Lemay and he did not disappoint at all. He was very courteous and worked great with my grandson Giving him advice on the ins and outs of landing them all . We did a four hour trip on headwaters and it was a great day of memories of epic proportions, He put my…
William Cooper · April 2026
Captain Bill was on the money again! Had a great day fishing with 32 in the boat! If you’re looking for Florida bass fishing, sign up with Capt Bill. You won’t be disappointed.
Jim Burch · March 2026 · Google
Fishing the Headwaters
Capt Paul Was very knowledgeable about the headwaters, and instructed us about the best methods used to catch Bass with live bait. We caught ten Bass during our afternoon charter and had an enjoyable day. My friend and I would recommend Capt Paul for your next charter. J Cattell
J Cattell · March 2026
We had a fantastic time at Headwater lake today with Captain Paul!
Holly Oconnell · February 2026 · Google
Second time I have fished with Captain Bill Goudy Jr. He did an incredible job putting me on a pile of fish on Headwaters Lake on an unseasonably cold day. Caught 56! large mouth bass. Already planning my next trip with Captain Bill.
Warren Barratt · February 2026 · Google
Great guide on a great lake.
Steve is very knowledgeable and really cares if his clients get results. He is easy to talk to and share information. If you need a seasoned and experienced guide for Fellsmere sign him up! You will not be disappointed.
Tony · February 2026
I had a great trip today with Captain Mike at Headwaters! Caught many quality fish! Absolutely beautiful day! Loved the spots Mike took me too! Wonderful conversation too!
John Linton · January 2026 · Google
Excellent fishing with Bill Goudy
A friend of mine and I went fishing with Bill Goudy at headwaters Lake in mid January. We caught a lot of fish. My friend got one over 6 pounds and I got one just under 5 pounds and a whole lot of them from their own down. The action was steady, sometimes slow, but if you waited it out, it wouldn’t…
Gary Doering · January 2026
We fished with Capt Bill Goudy Jr on Headwaters Lake on 3 Jan 2026 just after the cold weather. He put us on plenty of large bass with our best 5 weighing 24 lbs. He is knowledgeable and friendly and an excellent guide. Highly recommend him for a great day of fishing.
Tim Harrington · January 2026 · Google
Third trip with Captain Paul Dampier today,brought my daughter, she crushed it. Captain Paul had her pulling in 4# after 4#, then lined her up with a 5# ..... not done,she finished it off with a 6#...... Thank you Captain ☘️☘️☘️
Shannon Mccarthy · December 2025 · Google
I went out with Captain Bill and two of my best friends. We had a great experience. Captain Bill was amazing. He was great at communicating the best fishing technique to be successful at catching bass. All three of us caught a lot of bass and enjoyed learning about bass fishing, the area…
Rick Reeves · December 2025 · Google
What fishing charters can you book in Kenansville?
iOutdoors books guided bass fishing on the lakes around Kenansville. Lake Kissimmee trips start at $350 for 4 hours; Blue Cypress Lake, Stick Marsh and Headwaters Lake start at $400. Kenansville Lake, Lake Marian and Lake Jackson are booked by phone at (407) 392-4593.
Compare Kenansville fishing trips
| Bass · Lake Kissimmee | Bass · Blue Cypress Lake | Bass · Stick Marsh | Bass · Headwaters Lake | Kenansville lakes · Kenansville Lake | Kenansville lakes · Lake Marian | Kenansville lakes · Lake Jackson | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Where | Osceola & Polk Counties | Indian River County | Near Fellsmere | Near Fellsmere | Near Kenansville | Near Kenansville | Osceola County |
| Main target | Largemouth bass (crappie in season) | Largemouth bass (crappie in season) | Largemouth bass (crappie in season) | Largemouth bass (crappie in season) | Largemouth bass and crappie | Largemouth bass and crappie | Largemouth bass and crappie |
| Trip lengths | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h |
| Price | From $350 (4 h), $450 (6 h), $550 (8 h) | From $400 (4 h), $500 (6 h), $600 (8 h) | From $400 (4 h), $500 (6 h), $600 (8 h) | From $400 (4 h), $500 (6 h), $600 (8 h) | Call to book: (407) 392-4593 | Call to book: (407) 392-4593 | Call to book: (407) 392-4593 |
| License | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) |
| Best for | Families, big bass, up to 4 people | Families, big bass, up to 4 people | Families, big bass, up to 4 people | Families, big bass, up to 4 people | Staying close to Kenansville | Staying close to Kenansville | Staying close to Kenansville |
| Book bass | Book bass | Book bass | Book bass | Book Kenansville lakes | Book Kenansville lakes | Book Kenansville lakes |
What’s biting in Kenansville by season
Central Florida fishing calendarWinter Dec–Feb
- Bass: Spawn begins; big females move shallow
- Crappie: Peak crappie season
Spring Mar–May
- Bass: Spawn and post-spawn; topwater mornings
- Crappie: Crappie on the spawn
Summer Jun–Aug
- Bass: Early mornings and grass edges
- Crappie: Deeper water
Fall Sep–Nov
- Bass: Bass feed up as the water cools
- Crappie: Crappie start to school
What you can catch in Kenansville
Kenansville sits in rural Osceola County between Lake Kissimmee to the west and the Blue Cypress, Stick Marsh and Headwaters lakes near Fellsmere to the east.
- Bass: largemouth bass all year, with trophy fish in the cooler months.
- Crappie: in season on Lake Kissimmee and the Kenansville lakes.
Crappie
Speckled perchBest in the cooler months.
Size and bag limits apply: see the FWC freshwater fishing regulations.
Where you’ll fish
Open in Google Maps: Lake Kissimmee · Blue Cypress Lake · Stick Marsh
Lake Kissimmee is west of Kenansville. Blue Cypress Lake, Stick Marsh and Headwaters Lake are east, near Fellsmere. Your guide confirms the ramp and start time before the trip.
Kenansville Lake, Lake Marian and Lake Jackson are booked by phone.
How to plan your Kenansville fishing trip
Kenansville is a small town in southern Osceola County, on US-441 between Lake Kissimmee and the Fellsmere lakes.
Which lake should we pick?
Lake Kissimmee is the closest big lake and the lowest price. Stick Marsh and Headwaters Lake are known for trophy bass. Blue Cypress Lake is a scenic, cypress-lined lake.
How long should we go?
4 hours is a good first trip and works well with kids. 6 or 8 hours gives the guide time to fish more water.
Booking by phone
Kenansville Lake, Lake Marian and Lake Jackson aren’t booking online right now. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book one.
Kenansville fishing charter FAQ
How much does a fishing charter in Kenansville cost?
Bass on Lake Kissimmee trips start at $350 for 4 hours, $450 for 6 hours, $550 for 8 hours. Bass on Blue Cypress Lake trips start at $400 for 4 hours, $500 for 6 hours, $600 for 8 hours. Bass on Stick Marsh trips start at $400 for 4 hours, $500 for 6 hours, $600 for 8 hours. Bass on Headwaters Lake trips start at $400 for 4 hours, $500 for 6 hours, $600 for 8 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and group.
Can I fish Kenansville Lake or Lake Marian?
Yes, by phone. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book (4, 6 or 8 hours).
How many people can go?
Bass trips take up to 4 people. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, about larger groups.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt.
What’s included?
Bass trips include the guide, bass boat, fuel, life jackets, rods, reels, tackle and lures. Kenansville lakes trips include the guide, bass boat, fuel, life jackets, rods, reels, tackle and lures. Not included: the tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the guide or captain 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.
