Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch smallmouth bass.
Island Baby Islamorada
Tavernier, Florida
Flying Thief Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Key West Tarpon Fishing with Flying Thief Charters. Let us be your guide to the best Bonefish Spin Fishing, and excellent Flats Fishing in the Florida Keys.
Fat Cat Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions offers offshore and inshore fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, sunset cruise, or just a ride, I’m your guide. My Name is Captain Brian and I live in the Lower Florida Keys.
Double O Fishing Charter
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Tarpon Trips
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fishing
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fly Fishing Guide - Rates and Information. Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit Photo Gallery. Book your fishing charter now.
Stock Island Fishing Charters
Naval Air Station Key West, Florida
Stock Island fishing charters at the entrance to Key West. Many different charters offered for all types of anglers and vacationers.
Captain Eddie Griffiths Charters
Key West, Florida
Dry Tortugas fishing trips with Andy Griffiths charters out of Key West, Florida. Overnight fishing to Fort Jefferson, Dry Tortugas and Marquesas Keys. Enjoy fishing and diving on your private charter, 2 or 3 day fishing charters for snapper, grouper, mahi mahi, wahoo and more. Best reef and wreck fishing available year round in the Florida Keys and west of Key West near the Dry Tortugas National Park.
Captain Bill Lowman Anna Maria Sportfishing
Holmes Beach, Florida
Anna Maria Island Charter Fishing Guide
Destination Fish Charters
Marco Island, Florida
Danny Fabian is one of Southwest Florida's premier backwater and sport fishermen in Naples and Marco Island, Florida. As a professional fishing quide, Danny specializes in fishing in Everglades National Park and focuses on Snook, Grouper, Tarpon, Trout, Redfish.
Captain Rio Adventures
Marco Island, Florida
Go fish with fun catching Charter fishing at its best!
Best Time to Catch Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass can be caught year-round in Clewiston. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth bass in Clewiston, Florida? While not a traditional smallmouth destination, the canals and connected waterways around Lake Okeechobee occasionally hold surprise catches. These fish are likely escapees from stocking programs further north or unusual genetic anomalies. Targeting them requires a different approach than largemouth fishing. Focus on areas with clear, moving water, such as canal junctions and near culverts. Small crankbaits, jerkbaits, and finesse presentations like drop-shot rigs can be effective. Spring and fall, when water temperatures are moderate, might be the best times to try. A local tip: ask local tackle shops about recent reports of smallmouth catches. Also, be aware that smallmouth are not common, so consider it a bonus if you hook one. The Okeechobee ecosystem isn't ideally suited for smallmouth, so any you catch are likely to be smaller than average.
How to Catch Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Florida Freshwater Fishing License
Part of the 5-fish aggregate bass limit. Smallmouth bass are rare in Florida, primarily found in the northwest panhandle.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there good smallmouth bass fishing spots near Clewiston, FL?
While Clewiston is better known for largemouth bass, you might find some smallmouth bass in the connected waterways and canals. Focus on areas with structure and current.
What's the daily bag limit for smallmouth bass in Florida?
In Florida, the daily bag limit for smallmouth bass is 5 per person. There are no size restrictions, so you can keep what you catch.
Do I need a license to fish for smallmouth bass in Clewiston?
Yes, you will need a valid Florida Freshwater Fishing License to legally fish for smallmouth bass in Clewiston's freshwater areas. Make sure your license is up-to-date before heading out.
What's the best bait to use for smallmouth bass around Clewiston?
Since smallmouth bass are less common in this area, try using lures and baits that work for largemouth bass as well. Good options include crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and plastic worms.
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