Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch white crappie.
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 White Crappie
Peak season: April, May. Also good: March, June, July. Right now in February, activity is fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
White Crappie
If you're after white crappie in central Florida, the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes offers a fantastic opportunity. These lakes, connected by the Kissimmee River, are known for their shallow, grassy flats and abundant lily pads – perfect crappie habitat. The pre-spawn period, typically from late winter to early spring (February-April), is the prime time to target these fish as they move into the shallows to spawn. Live minnows fished under a float near vegetation is a classic and effective technique. Another tactic is to use small jigs or crappie crankbaits. Remember to check local regulations regarding size and bag limits. A practical tip: launch at one of the many public boat ramps on Lake Tohopekaliga (Toho) and explore the edges of the grass lines. The crappie in the Kissimmee Chain are generally good-sized, and it's not uncommon to catch fish over a pound. Be prepared for warm weather and bring plenty of water.
How to Catch White Crappie
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for White Crappie in Kissimmee.
White Crappie Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
25 per day
Size Limit
9-inch minimum
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Crappie are included in the panfish aggregate bag limit. Check specific water body regulations for any exceptions.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crappie bag limit in Kissimmee, Florida?
The daily bag limit for crappie in Florida is 25 fish per person.
Is there a minimum size for crappie I can keep in Kissimmee?
Yes, in Florida, crappie must be at least 9 inches in total length to be kept.
Do I need a license to fish for crappie in Kissimmee?
Yes, a valid Florida freshwater fishing license is required to fish for crappie and other freshwater species.
What's the best time of year to fish for crappie in Kissimmee?
Crappie fishing is typically best during the cooler months, from late fall through early spring, when they move into shallower waters to spawn.
What are some popular baits for crappie in the Kissimmee area?
Anglers often use live minnows, small jigs, and crappie nibbles when fishing for crappie in the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes.
Other Species to Fish in Kissimmee
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