Half Day Bass Fishing In The Everglades
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
Fourhour guided bass fishing adventure in Everglades watersTarget Largemouth Bass, Peacock Bass, Snook, and seasonal TarponSmall group experience with maximum three guests per trip
You're looking at one of South Florida's most productive bass fishing adventures, and trust me, this isn't your typical pond fishing trip. Sam Can Fish takes you deep into the Everglades and Markham Park waters where the bass fishing is consistently hot year-round. This four-hour charter gives you serious shots at both Largemouth and Peacock Bass in waters that most anglers never get to see. We're talking about pristine backcountry spots mixed with some of the most reliable bass holes in South Florida. Whether you're a weekend warrior or someone who lives for the bite, this trip delivers the kind of action that keeps you coming back for more.
Your half-day starts early because that's when the bass are most active in these South Florida waters. We'll meet up and head out to a combination of Everglades backcountry and Markham Park hotspots, depending on conditions and what's been producing lately. The beauty of this trip is the variety – one minute you're working structure in Markham's deeper waters, the next you're sight-fishing peacocks in crystal clear Everglades canals. The boat stays comfortable with just three anglers max, so you're not fighting for casting room or waiting forever for your turn at the best spots. We fish both artificial and live bait depending on what the fish want that day, and I'll have you switching techniques as we move between different water types. The Everglades portions give you that wild Florida feel with mangroves and sawgrass, while Markham offers more structured fishing around docks, points, and submerged cover.
We run a mix of techniques that work best in these South Florida bass waters. For the Largemouth, we're throwing everything from topwater plugs at dawn to Texas-rigged soft plastics around heavy cover. The Everglades sections call for weedless presentations since you're often working around vegetation and structure. Peacock Bass fishing is a whole different game – these fish love bright colors and aggressive presentations, so we'll have you throwing spoons, small jigs, and live shiners when they're being picky. All rods, reels, and tackle are provided, but if you've got a favorite setup, feel free to bring it along. I keep the boat stocked with both spinning and baitcasting gear, plus a good selection of lures that have been producing in these waters. We'll adjust our approach throughout the morning based on weather, water conditions, and fish activity, so you'll learn multiple techniques that work in South Florida bass fishing.
The Largemouth Bass action in this area has been absolutely solid, with fish ranging from scrappy two-pounders up to some real trophies pushing six pounds or better. These South Florida bass are aggressive and fight hard in the warm water – they'll take you into cover and test your drag system every time. Peak feeding windows are typically early morning and late evening, which is exactly when we're targeting them on this trip. The Peacock Bass add a completely different element to the fishing since they're such visual feeders and incredibly aggressive. These exotic beauties typically run one to three pounds, but they fight like fish twice their size and have some of the most beautiful colors you'll see on any freshwater species. The combination of both species keeps things interesting throughout the four hours, and it's not uncommon to boat a dozen or more fish between the two species on a good morning.
Largemouth Bass are the bread and butter of South Florida fishing, and the populations in both the Everglades and Markham Park are world-class. These fish are active year-round thanks to our warm climate, but they're most aggressive during the cooler months from November through March. South Florida bass are known for their stamina and willingness to fight in heavy cover – expect them to head straight for the nearest structure when hooked. The best part about fishing here is the size consistency; while you'll catch plenty of keeper-sized fish, there's always the chance of connecting with a true trophy that could easily be the fish of a lifetime.
Peacock Bass bring an exotic flair to South Florida fishing that you won't find anywhere else in the continental United States. Originally from South America, these fish have thrived in our canal systems and are incredibly fun to target. They're sight feeders that often hunt in schools, so when you find one, you'll usually find more. Peacocks are most active during warmer months and prefer clear water where they can ambush prey. What makes them special is their aggressive nature – they'll often hit lures multiple times even after being hooked and released. The colors on these fish are absolutely stunning, with bright yellows, greens, and the distinctive "peacock eye" spot that gives them their name.
This half-day bass fishing adventure gives you the best of both worlds – Everglades wilderness fishing combined with the consistent action of Markham Park waters. With only three anglers per trip, you're getting personalized attention and prime fishing time without the crowds. The early morning timing means you're hitting the water when bass are most active, and the four-hour duration keeps things focused on productive fishing rather than burning daylight between spots. Whether you're looking to introduce someone to bass fishing or you're a seasoned angler wanting to experience South Florida's top-rated bass waters, this trip delivers the kind of action that creates lasting memories. Book now and get ready to experience why anglers from around the world come to South Florida for world-class bass fishing.
Hit the waters of South Florida's prime fishing spots aboard our reliable 18-foot Makee center console. This Mercury 115HP-powered boat gets you and two fellow anglers to the best bass holes in the Everglades and Markham Park quickly and smoothly. The wireless trolling motor lets us slip into shallow cover without spooking fish, while the fish finder helps locate those deep-water structures where big bass hang out. Keep your catch fresh in the built-in icebox, and stay on course with GPS navigation. Whether you're casting for largemouth bass in the canal systems or working the grass beds for peacocks, this boat handles it all. Morning trips offer the best bite, and with radar onboard, we can navigate safely even when fog rolls in off the water.
Micropterus SalmoidesThe king of freshwater fishing in South Florida, largemouth bass average 12-24 inches and put up one heck of a fight. These green, thick-bodied fish love hiding around structure - think fallen trees, docks, and thick vegetation in our canals and ponds. Early morning and late afternoon are prime time, especially during cooler months when they're more active. What makes them special? That explosive strike and the way they jump when hooked. Plus, they're great eating if you keep a few. My go-to trick here is throwing a dark-colored jig right into the heaviest cover you can find - that's where the big ones hang out waiting to ambush their next meal.
Cichla OcellarisThese colorful South American natives are pure aggression with fins. Peacock bass typically run 12-14 inches but can get much bigger, and they're famous for that distinctive black spot on their tail that looks like a peacock's eye. They love warm, slow-moving water around bridges, canal intersections, and rocky areas. Best fishing is during daylight hours when they're actively hunting, with peak action from March through June. What guests love most is their explosive topwater strikes and stubborn fights - they don't give up easy. Skip the plastic worms though; these fish want live golden shiners or flashy lures. Pro tip: target the shaded areas under bridges during midday heat.
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