Edward Medard Reservoir near Valrico: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Edward Medard Reservoir belongs to Hillsborough County, Florida. The shore lies 15 miles out. It measures some 604 acres, and wind has room to build across it. The perimeter runs near 6.1 miles, so plan the walk before you start. On our Hillsborough County list it sits near the top for size. Valrico sits 4.5 miles from here and is the nearest stop. The nearest city of size is Brandon, 7.5 miles away. Rules can differ a short way off, since the county line is near.

• Where to Fish on Edward Medard Reservoir

  The books put it at under 33 ft. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Fish reported in the area, according to open records, include bluegill, spotted sunfish, blackchin tilapia and largemouth bass. Records show what people reported, so treat the list as a guide to what lives in the area. At Edward Medard Reservoir light and wind decide more than tackle does.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-term averages put August at about 82°F and January near 60°F. Every month fishes, though midsummer narrows the useful hours. Spring and autumn carry the fishing; summer squeezes it into the edges of the day. April and May are the settled weeks, with October close behind. The season on Edward Medard Reservoir follows the weather closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  The ground here is public, which usually keeps access simple. A launch point is recorded some half a mile off. A carry of half a mile from the nearest parking is the price of fishing here. A marked angling spot sits within half a mile. Public toilets are recorded roughly half a mile off. A landowner's word beats anything printed elsewhere. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. Mud Lake sits 5.1 miles off and takes the overflow. Confirm before you fish Edward Medard Reservoir.