Palm Beach fishing charters
Peacock and largemouth bass, Lake Okeechobee crappie and iguana hunts.
Book a local guide for peacock bass and largemouth bass on Lake Osborne in Lake Worth Beach and Lake Ida in Delray Beach, bass and crappie on Lake Okeechobee at Pahokee and Belle Glade, or a guided iguana hunt on Palm Beach County waterways. Bass trips start at $225 for 2 hours on Lake Ida and $350 for 4 hours. Crappie trips start at $350 for 4 hours. Iguana hunts start at $400 for 2 hours.
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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 Palm Beach trips
5.0485 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
Great at times!
Fishing can be off the hook at times, generally determined by the water levels. Always lots of wildlife and endless amounts of alligators!
Billy Weston · 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
What fishing charters can you book in Palm Beach?
iOutdoors books guided bass trips for peacock and largemouth bass on Lake Osborne in Lake Worth Beach and Lake Ida in Delray Beach, and bass trips on Lake Okeechobee at Pahokee and Belle Glade in western Palm Beach County. Bass trips start at $225 for 2 hours on Lake Ida, and 4-hour trips start at $350. Crappie and panfish trips run on Lake Okeechobee out of Belle Glade from $350 for 4 hours. We also book guided iguana hunts on Palm Beach County waterways from $400 for 2 hours, with a 6-hour fish-and-hunt combo from $700. Bass trips include the guide, bass boat, fuel and tackle; iguana hunts include the air rifles and ammo.
Bass, crappie or iguana hunt?
| Bass | Crappie & panfish | Iguana hunt | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where | Lake Osborne, Lake Ida, Lake Okeechobee (Pahokee, Belle Glade) | Lake Okeechobee out of Belle Glade | Palm Beach County waterways |
| Main target | Peacock and largemouth bass | Crappie (speckled perch), bluegill | Invasive green iguanas |
| Trip lengths | 2–8 hours on Lake Ida; 4, 6, 8 hours elsewhere | 4, 6, 8 hours | 2 or 4 hours; 6 hours fish & hunt |
| Price | From $225 | From $350 | From $400 |
| License | Freshwater license needed, 16 and older | Freshwater license needed, 16 and older | No hunting license needed |
| Best for | Families up to 4, first-timers, peacock bass | Fish for dinner, relaxed fishing | Something different; beginners and kids welcome |
| Book bass | Book crappie | Book a hunt |
What’s biting by season around Palm Beach
Full Palm Beach fishing calendarWinter Dec–Feb
- Lakes: Largemouth bass are active; peacock bass slow down after cold fronts
- Lake Okeechobee: Crappie season
Spring Mar–May
- Lakes: Peacock bass pick up as the water warms
- Lake Okeechobee: Crappie into March; bluegill start to bed
Summer Jun–Aug
- Lakes: Prime time for peacock bass; fish early for largemouth
- Lake Okeechobee: Bluegill and shellcracker
Fall Sep–Nov
- Lakes: Bass feed up as the water cools
- Lake Okeechobee: Crappie start again late in the fall
What fish can you catch in Palm Beach?
Palm Beach fish species depend on where you fish:
- Lake Osborne and Lake Ida: peacock bass and largemouth bass all year. See Palm Beach bass fishing.
- Lake Okeechobee (Pahokee and Belle Glade): largemouth bass, plus crappie and bluegill. See Lake Okeechobee fishing.
- Iguana hunts: invasive green iguanas on Palm Beach County waterways. See iguana hunting in Florida.
Peacock bass
Butterfly peacockHard-fighting, colorful bass in Lake Osborne and Lake Ida. Best in the warmer months.
Largemouth bass
Florida bassCaught all year on the lakes in town and on Lake Okeechobee.
Crappie
Speckled perchA Lake Okeechobee favorite in the cooler months.
Bluegill
BreamSpring and summer panfish on Lake Okeechobee.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply to many species: see the FWC freshwater fishing regulations.
Where you’ll fish
Open in Google Maps: Lake Osborne · Lake Ida
Bass in town: trips run on Lake Osborne in Lake Worth Beach and Lake Ida in Delray Beach, both close to the beaches and West Palm Beach.
Lake Okeechobee: bass trips run out of Pahokee and Belle Glade on the western side of the county, and crappie trips run out of Belle Glade.
Iguana hunts: run on Palm Beach County waterways, canal banks and seawalls. Your guide confirms the meeting spot and start time before the trip.
Planning a fishing trip in Palm Beach
Palm Beach County runs from the Atlantic beaches to the shore of Lake Okeechobee. Lake Osborne and Lake Ida hold peacock bass and largemouth bass close to town, Lake Okeechobee is on the western side of the county, and iguana hunts run on the waterways in between.
Bass, crappie or iguana hunt: how to choose
Choose a bass trip for peacock bass and largemouth bass; bass boats take up to 4 people, which suits families and first-timers. Choose crappie & panfish on Lake Okeechobee if you want fish for dinner. Choose an iguana hunt for something different: your guide runs the boat, provides the air rifles and ammo, and finds the iguanas. The 6-hour combo adds fishing to the hunt.
Lakes in town or Lake Okeechobee?
Lake Osborne and Lake Ida are close to West Palm Beach, Lake Worth Beach and Delray Beach, and they are the places for peacock bass. Lake Okeechobee is a longer drive west to Pahokee or Belle Glade, and it is the place for largemouth bass on a big lake and for crappie.
Short on time?
Lake Ida in Delray Beach has 2-hour bass trips, from $225, and iguana hunts start at 2 hours, from $400. Most other trips run 4, 6 or 8 hours.
Where to stay and what’s nearby
Pick a base by the water you book. Your captain or guide confirms the exact meeting spot before the trip.
- Lake Osborne and Lake Ida bass trips: stay near the coast: Palm Breeze Hotel in Lake Worth Beach or Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Palm Beach on South Ocean Boulevard.
- Lake Okeechobee trips (Pahokee, Belle Glade): the closest well-rated hotels are in Clewiston: Hampton Inn Clewiston and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clewiston.
- Iguana hunts: run across Palm Beach County, so any coastal hotel works.
Getting here: Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is in West Palm Beach.
Off the water: The beaches, Lake Worth Beach’s downtown, and Clematis Street in West Palm Beach.
Hotels are listed for convenience; iOutdoors isn’t affiliated with them.
Good to know before you book
- Licenses: on freshwater trips each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt. Iguana hunts don’t need a hunting license.
- Group size: bass boats take up to 4 people. Iguana hunts take up to 4 hunters per boat.
- Weather: if the guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
- Cancellation: free up to 72 hours before your trip.
Palm Beach fishing questions
How much does a fishing charter in Palm Beach cost?
Bass trips start at $225 for 2 hours on Lake Ida in Delray Beach. Four-hour bass trips start at $350 on Lake Osborne, Lake Ida and Lake Okeechobee at Pahokee and Belle Glade. Crappie trips start at $350 for 4 hours. Iguana hunts start at $400 for 2 hours, and the fish-and-hunt combo starts at $700 for 6 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and trip.
Where can I go bass fishing near Palm Beach?
On Lake Osborne in Lake Worth Beach, on Lake Ida in Delray Beach, and on Lake Okeechobee out of Pahokee and Belle Glade. In Build Your Trip, pick where you are staying and the spots sort by distance.
Can I catch peacock bass in Palm Beach?
Yes. Peacock bass live in Lake Osborne and Lake Ida, and our guides target both peacock bass and largemouth bass. Peacock bass bite best in the warmer months.
Can I go crappie fishing near Palm Beach?
Yes. Crappie and panfish trips run on Lake Okeechobee out of Belle Glade for 4, 6 or 8 hours, from $350. Crappie bite best in the cooler months.
What is an iguana hunt?
A guided hunt for invasive green iguanas on Palm Beach County waterways. Your guide runs the boat, provides the air rifles and ammo, and finds the iguanas. Hunts run 2 or 4 hours, and the 6-hour trip combines fishing and hunting. No hunting license is needed.
Do you book saltwater trips in Palm Beach?
Saltwater trips out of Palm Beach aren’t bookable online yet. Inshore and offshore trips are bookable in Fort Lauderdale, or call (407) 392-4593 to ask about Palm Beach.
Do I need a fishing license?
On freshwater trips, each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt. Iguana hunts don’t need a hunting license.
What’s included in a Palm Beach bass trip or iguana hunt?
Bass trips include the guide, bass boat, fuel, life jackets, rods, reels, tackle and artificial lures. Iguana hunts include the guide, boat, air rifles, ammo and gear. Not included: the guide’s tip (10–20% is customary), food and drinks, and a freshwater fishing license.
What happens 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.
