Lake Placid fishing charters
Guided largemouth bass trips on Lake Placid, a clear-water lake just south of the town of Lake Placid in Highlands County.
Lake Placid is a 3,400-acre clear-water lake in Highlands County, just south of the town of Lake Placid and south of Sebring. Largemouth bass are the main target. Book 4-, 6- or 8-hour trips online with live dates.
Book your Lake Placid fishing trip
Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.
4-hour bass charter
6-hour bass charter
8-hour bass charter
Your guide confirms the boat ramp and start time with you before the trip. 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 Placid fishing charter?
iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour guided largemouth bass trips on Lake Placid, just south of the town of Lake Placid, with live dates online. The guide provides the boat, fuel, rods, reels and lures, and each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt.
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 Placid
Lake Placid is a 3,400-acre, gourd-shaped lake in Highlands County, just south of the town of Lake Placid. Its water is clear, which can make the bass finicky about baits and presentation.
Every trip on this page fishes Lake Placid for largemouth bass, with a local guide who knows how to fish clear water. You may also catch bluegill and other sunfish. Your guide confirms the boat ramp and start time with you before the trip.
Fish you can catch on Lake Placid
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Largemouth bassLearn more
BluegillLearn moreSize limits, bag limits and seasons change: see the FWC freshwater fishing regulations.
Reviews from Sebring-area lake trips
3.611 reviews
Istokpoga is DEAD
To all my fellow fisherman, I live on the lake and it said to report that this lake is literally dead. I have gone out several times for four hours fishing without a bite. I have been fishing in Florida for 30 years and never in my life experienced this, poor of fishing I have talk to the biologist…
Michael Larry · April 2023
You will catch one.
Complaints about hydrilla removal is wrong. You could not even drive thru Eastside. Now you can move around. However, lowering of the lake is stupid. They say it's for the snailkite bird. It's B.S.. Know this if you fish here on a horrible day you will catch at very least one bass. Good days we…
FloridaTodd · June 2022
You will catch one.
Complaints about hydrilla removal is wrong. You could not even drive thru Eastside. Now you can move around. However, lowering of the lake is stupid. They say it's for the snailkite bird. It's B.S.. Know this if you fish here on a horrible day you will catch at very least one bass. Good…
FloridaT · June 2022
Went fishing with Capt Joe several times, Caught fish each time. I like fishing Lake Istokpoga and Lake June. Capt Joe has a really nice boat and equipment, which made it nice that we didn't have to bring our own.
Amy Cipriano · May 2020 · Google
What was is now gone
This lake WAS a great place to fish . Now they have sprayed it to death and all the beautiful water, submerged grass and arrowhead grass clumps are all gone. All that’s left is now dirty water, dirty bottom, fish with sores on them and tough fishing.
Gary · May 2020
Great town to visit
The town, the people, ambiance, and atmosphere are wonderful. The local scenery is exquisite. In general, the people are warm and friendly making Lake Placid a very nice place to visit. And the fishing is out of this world, so many lakes and places to go!
Ernest Junory · January 2020
Bucket mouth
Caught a few bucket mouths in this lake.
Jake · May 2018
Detiorated
This lake used to be a wonder for fish and waterfowl. A decade of hydrilla spraying has ended that. Long time local residents report catch rates now one fifth of what they were a decade ago. Many have complained but the spraying continues.
Jack Jones · July 2017
what happened to the vegation
Fishing on this lake used to be great; but know the state has killed most of the vegetation in the lake. This winter of 2017 fishing sucked.
robert haynes · July 2017
Love this lake!!
My grandparents have a beautiful home here. I try to visit almost every other week. I don't know what the above review is saying. There are some giants here. Big ole bucket mouths!!Flipping seems to be key. But my buddy has pulled 9.4 lb time before last we were fishing on a spinner bait. But…
Mike Johnson · April 2016
Good Lake
Fished the lake a couple of times, enjoyed it. Never any big fish, but nice quality. Will try again one day!
James Smith · April 2016
Lake Placid fishing: what you can catch
Lake Placid fishing near Sebring is about largemouth bass in clear water. You may also catch bluegill and other sunfish. Winter and early spring bring the spawn; in summer, the early-morning bite is best.
What's biting by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Bass spawn season and the best shot at a big fish
Spring Mar–May
- Late spawn and post-spawn bass
- Bluegill on beds
Summer Jun–Aug
- Early-morning topwater bass, then deeper cover as it heats up
Fall Sep–Nov
- 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 Placid fishing guide
Lake Placid is a 3,400-acre clear-water lake in Highlands County, south of Sebring. Largemouth bass are the main target.
Where you’ll fish
Lake Placid is a gourd-shaped, clear-water lake just south of the town of Lake Placid. In clear water the bass can be finicky, so your guide adjusts baits and presentation. Every trip on this page fishes Lake Placid. Your guide confirms the boat ramp 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 wild shiners, which are optional and cost extra. Most bass are photographed and released.
Best time to go
Bass fishing is good all year. Winter and early spring bring the spawn and the best shot at a big fish. In summer, go early before the heat and afternoon storms.
Tips for planning your trip
Buy a Florida freshwater fishing license online before the trip. Morning trips usually fish best, especially in summer.
Questions about Lake Placid trips
How much does a Lake Placid fishing charter cost?
Trips start at $325 for 4 hours, $375 for 6 hours and $475 for 8 hours. The live calendar shows the price for each date.
What fish can I catch on Lake Placid?
Largemouth bass are the main target. You may also catch bluegill and other sunfish.
What is included?
Your guide, the bass boat and fuel, rods, reels and tackle, artificial lures and life jackets. The Florida freshwater license, live shiners and the guide’s tip are not included.
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 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 4-hour trip is a good first trip and fits families. Book 6 or 8 hours for more time on the water and a better shot at a big bass.
Where do we meet?
Your guide confirms the boat ramp and start time with you before the trip. Lake Placid is just south of the town of Lake Placid, south of Sebring.
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. You can also cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
When is the best time to fish Lake Placid?
Bass fishing is good all year. Winter and early spring bring the spawn and the best shot at a big fish; in summer, go early in the morning.
Nearby lakes
More lakes with guided bass trips around Sebring and Lake Okeechobee.
