New to central florida, could use some info?

Redroy

Im going to be in kissimmee florida this march and just need to know where i could rent a kayak to get on a lake? Or just any good bank fishing would be fine i guess. Ill be flying doen so im gonna bring onlt a few rods and lures. Please help!!

DaveScampilano

I'm not too sure about Kissimmee, but I would follow the advice on the visiting Orlando thread.  The bass should be in post spawn.  Think texas rigged!  Spend some time on google maps and look for lakes, canals close to where you are staying. Good luck!

FS Jeff

Here's an idea-- You can rent a powerboat up on Turkey Lake for $32
https://myfwc.com/conservation/freshwater/fish-orlando/the-fab-five/

Redroy

Will do, I’ll check that out. And I’ll study google maps some more for water. 

DaveScampilano

If you don't mind me asking. Where are you staying?

Redroy

I’m staying in Championsgate right off the I-4, will be their March 13-20th.

DaveScampilano

Celebration lakeside resort, I've heard fishing is good there, If you can access Bonnet Creek nearby it looks good as well.  Old lake davenport boat ramp at the back of a soccer park. Kissimmee lakefront park on lake toho.  Also check shingle creek, I think there might be a kayak rental somewhere.  Lastly, the Turkey Lake option might be the best of all.

Redroy

Awesome! Thanks for the info! I’m going to look those places up and make a game plan. Do you guys have a specific color you like for the lakes mentioned. Here in eastern WA. a go to color for a Yamamoto senko, for example, is pumpkin green with black flake, for crankbaits perch patterns work really well, chartreuse spinner baits. Those are what I primarily use anyway.

capt louie

Those will work. White for the spinnerbait , but that's just me.

Redroy

I’ve got about 6 weeks till I fly out so all this information is awesome. I’m only gonna pack 2, 2 piece poles and and small tackle box, some 20lb braid on both reels, a little roll of fluorocarbon for some leader. Saw that you guys use the shiners a lot so I’m also gonna try those out. Do you have to use a cork/ bobber  when you use shiners?

Redroy

Can I access the Conway chain of lakes or the butler chain from shore/bank anywhere? 

capt louie

A float is good for shiner fishing but not necessary . Depends on the structure and depth. At the time of year you are fishing use a cork and stay near shallow weeds to target large spawning fish.

Redroy

Ok I’ll do that. So far March can be fished with cranks, senkos, or shiners, those are the baits most people have suggested. Obviously you can try anything you want but those three have been the most popular.

MRichardson

Redroy said:

Can I access the Conway chain of lakes or the butler chain from shore/bank anywhere? 

Not that I'm aware of.  Need a boat or kayak to get out. Butler chain has only 1 public ramp that I know of, and the folks that live on probably hate the fact that the hoi polloi can use it lol.

DaveScampilano

Check with the Championsgate resort, I believe they allow you to fish on their property.

Redroy

cool thank you for the heads up regarding butler chain. I appreciate that. I got some info on kayak rentals, and a cheap temporary roof rack system for a rental car for example, so I might look into that. And I will also check out championsgate resort. Only six weeks to go and I’m gonna hopefully be fishing in Florida, I’m stoked!