Guide To Fishing At Lake Griffin

AKA: Lake Griffin State Park

With a wide range of fish species, Lake Griffin can delight anglers of all skill levels and ages. This 16,500-acre fishery is located in the central part of the state, immediately north of Leesburg. It is one of the Seven Harris Chain Lakes.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Bass, catfish, crappie, bluegill, sunfish, hybrid stripers, pickerel and sunfish thrive here, and nice stringers of all species are caught with regularity. Largemouth bass, sunshine bass (wipers) and crappie are favorites of locals. Anglers who enjoy shore fishing can find lots of opportunities along the more than fifty miles of shoreline. Boat launch ramps located at Lake Griffin State Park, Twin Palms Marina and Pine Island Fish Camp provide boating access to the public.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, bluegill, redbreast sunfish, redear sunfish, warmouth, hybrid striped bass and chain pickerel at Lake Griffin in Florida.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Griffin

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Griffin Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Herlong Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, off North Blvd E, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Lake Griffen State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Lake Griffen State Park Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

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