Pike Lake, Florida: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Florida holds Pike Lake, in Orange County. It stands 69 feet above sea level. About 2 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. It is a small entry by Orange County standards. South Apopka sits 1 mile from the bank. For a city, Orlando is 11 miles off. Close by you have: Carp Lake 0.7 miles, Lake Jewel at 0.7 miles, Lake Gentile 0.9 miles, Lake Opal at 1.2 miles and Lake Pleasant 1.3 miles. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Pike Lake

  The records we hold are silent on depth, so plan to find it yourself. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Still water like this holds fish on the edges rather than out in the open. Documented catches and surveys in the area cover largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and threadfin shad. Presence in the area does not guarantee a fish in this exact water on the day. Pike Lake gives up its fish to patience rather than distance.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The year swings from about 59°F in January to roughly 82°F in July. There is no cold season worth the name. Shade and hour of day matter more than month. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Expect Pike Lake to follow that timing. A settled spell fishes better than a bright one.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. Parking sits half a mile out, which makes for a walk with tackle. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Where the way in crosses private ground, ask first. Carp Lake at 0.7 miles is the sensible second choice. For Pike Lake in particular, ask before you travel.