Stewart Lake, Florida: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  You will find Stewart Lake in Walton County, Florida. It sits in scrub and brush. At roughly 15 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. It is one of the smaller waters we list in Walton County. Miramar Beach at 0.7 miles is the nearest place to stop. Mobile sits 102 miles out, and it is the nearest city worth the name. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Stewart Lake

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Work the tide here — moving water feeds, slack water rests. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. Public wildlife records from this area list bluegill, greater amberjack, okaloosa darter, Florida pompano and northern kingcroaker. It reflects what has been logged, which depends on who was looking. On Stewart Lake the first feature you find is usually worth a session.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 82°F, while January sits near 51°F. Heat, not cold, shapes the year here. Spring and autumn carry the fishing; summer squeezes it into the edges of the day. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Stewart Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public sources are silent on who controls the bank. The nearest car park we can see is half a mile out, so expect a walk with your gear. Bluegill and other panfish take small jigs or worms under a float near any cover. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Some stretches are reserved and marked as such on the ground. Should this one be busy, Morris Lake is 3.9 miles off. Confirm access to Stewart Lake locally before you travel.