Fishing at Bonnet Pond, Leon County, Florida

• Overview

  Bonnet Pond falls in Leon County, part of Florida. The bank is 33 feet above sea level. It covers about 3 acres, so this is small water you can walk round in under an hour. It is a small entry by Leon County standards. For supplies, Woodville is 6.2 miles out. Tallahassee is the closest city, 8.7 miles away. A county line runs close by, so local bylaws can differ within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Bonnet Pond

  Our records hold no depth for this water. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Records collected within a few miles name bluegill, largemouth bass and brown bullhead. That is what has been logged nearby, not a stocking list, so check local rules before you plan around any one species. Fish Bonnet Pond to its features, not to its size.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The range across the year is 51°F to 81°F. The water stays warm and open throughout. October and November give a second good stretch as it cools. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. Expect Bonnet Pond to follow that timing. Sudden cold puts fish down faster than sustained cold does.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public data does not answer the access question here. Public mapping records no formal access here, so plan for a walk and soft ground. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. If the gate is shut, Pump Pond at 0.2 miles is the nearest alternative. Confirm before you fish Bonnet Pond.