May brings the perfect time of year to get out and experience Lake Okeechobee. It is a hidden treasure to many people even though you could not miss it on the map. Largemouth bass are king on the Lake with its massive numbers of healthy schools of quality fish.
Water levels play a major factor in the health of the fishery here in Florida. The water level is above sea level at about 12.5 foot. The levels of the lakes being down or a âdroughtâ will give time for the grass to grow. It promotes growth of the vegetation where the bass reside and resort to for protection and breeding. As the grass grows, the grass shrimp will also breed and reproduce. Grass shrimp help with water clarity and the lake should and hopefully be clear this summer.
Running around can be very dangerous if you do not know exactly where to run. You must run the outside grass lines, where there is more water and less rock formations. Rocks are scattered around the lake as they are very important to the structure of the lake. I have seen many lower units torn up and ripped off due to poor navigation. If you need some help running around, hire a guide and we will be able to show you the correct routes to run. Stay off the grass beds and make sure to idle in zones that is appropriate or of concern.
Due to the low water levels and just because Lake Okeechobee is the bass factory of the world, the fishing has been amazing. As the sun begins to warm and the fish become more active, the artificial bite becomes sweeter. Moving into the flats they are crushing top water baits like the Bass Assassin âLogger Toadâ or any hollow body frog. Some of the most exciting fishing comes from this time of year.
The numbers and quality have been at an all time high. Lake Okeechobee has been producing fish within the range of 5- to 8-pounds daily. Â On most days, you can catch 50 to 100 fish of the quality you are looking for. Those are the best days to be fishing because it provides an incredible amount of pleasure to your clients.
Warmer months push in and draw massive migrations of pan fish. Â Largemouths are not the only species on the Lake. Pan fish are incredibly delicious and if you like to eat what you catch, these are the freshwater fish you want to hunt. Their exceptional table fare draws people to the state of Florida and fishing every month. Â As the grass grows and the shrimp grow with it, the shell crackers and soon after blue gills will. Grab some light tackle and catch yours today!
The fishing has been exceptional this season for all the species you can catch Florida Fishing Lake Okeechobee in May. Do not miss out on an opportunity of a life-time setting the hook into a fish of your dreams.
Come visit Florida and catch your’s today with Captain Mark Shepard!
FORECAST BY:Â Capt. Mark Shepard
Lake Okeechobee Fishing Guide
Cell: (863) 673-4966
www.lakeokeechobeeguide.com
