Blue Cypress Lake fishing charters
Guided largemouth bass trips on Blue Cypress Lake in Indian River County, inland from Vero Beach.
Blue Cypress Lake is a 6,555-acre lake in Indian River County, lined with cypress and spatterdock. Largemouth bass are the main target. Book 4-, 6- or 8-hour trips online with live dates.
Book your Blue Cypress Lake 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 Blue Cypress Lake fishing charter?
iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour guided largemouth bass trips on Blue Cypress Lake in Indian River County, inland from Vero Beach, 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.
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
Blue Cypress Lake
Blue Cypress Lake is a 6,555-acre lake in Indian River County, inland from Vero Beach. Its shoreline is cypress and spatterdock, and fish attractors marked with buoys sit in open water.
Every trip on this page fishes Blue Cypress Lake for largemouth bass, which share the lake with bluegill, redear sunfish, black crappie and catfish. Anglers have logged 12 bass of 8 pounds or more here in FWC’s TrophyCatch program. Your guide confirms the boat ramp and start time with you before the trip.
Fish you can catch on Blue Cypress Lake
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Size limits, bag limits and seasons change: see the FWC freshwater fishing regulations.
Reviews from Vero Beach area lake trips
5.0216 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
Blue Cypress Lake fishing: what you can catch
Blue Cypress Lake fishing near Vero Beach is about largemouth bass in cypress and spatterdock. FWC lists a good population of largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, black crappie and catfish. Winter and early spring bring the spawn and the best shot at a big bass; 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
- Crappie at their best
Spring Mar–May
- Late spawn and post-spawn bass
- Bluegill and shellcracker 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.
Blue Cypress Lake fishing guide
Blue Cypress Lake is a 6,555-acre lake in Indian River County, inland from Vero Beach. Cypress and spatterdock line the shore, and largemouth bass are the main target.
Where you'll fish
Blue Cypress Lake has a shoreline of cypress and spatterdock, with fish attractors marked by buoys in open water. Every trip on this page fishes Blue Cypress Lake. 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 Blue Cypress Lake trips
How much does a Blue Cypress Lake fishing charter cost?
Trips start at $400 for 4 hours, $500 for 6 hours and $600 for 8 hours. The live calendar shows the price for each date.
What fish can I catch on Blue Cypress Lake?
Largemouth bass are the main target. FWC also lists bluegill, redear sunfish, black crappie and catfish in the lake.
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. 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 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. Trips launch inland from Vero Beach.
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 after photos. You may keep fish within FWC limits; ask your guide before the trip.
When is the best time to fish Blue Cypress Lake?
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 Vero Beach and Lake Okeechobee.
