Grass Lake Fishing near Davenport, Florida

• Overview

  Grass Lake lies in Polk County, Florida. This is warm green lowland country. At about 124 acres, a day is enough to walk the shoreline properly. By elevation it is in the upper part of our Florida listings. Davenport lies 7.3 miles from the water. Four Corners is 8.1 miles and Loughman 8.1 miles. A county boundary sits nearby, which can matter for local access rules.

• Where to Fish on Grass Lake

  Our records hold no depth for this water. Still water like this holds fish on the edges rather than out in the open. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Documented catches and surveys in the area cover largemouth bass, black crappie, blue tilapia, bluegill and dollar sunfish. That is what has been logged nearby, not a stocking list, so check local rules before you plan around any one species. Read Grass Lake before you fish it and the day goes better.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 82°F, the coldest about 60°F. Winter is simply the pleasant end of an unbroken season. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. It holds true on Grass Lake more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. The water borders Green Swamp Authority Land Protection Agreements, so expect the reserve rules to apply. Bass water: a Texas-rigged worm near cover, a spinnerbait when you need to cover ground. Bank access can be seasonal on ground like this. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. If the gate is shut, Duck Pond at 1.2 miles is the nearest alternative. Rules at Grass Lake are worth checking on the day.