Guide To Fishing At Lake Weir

AKA: Carney Island Recreation Area

Fishing for largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill and redear sunfish at Lake Weir in Florida.

A nice place to vacation, ideal for boat parties and an excellent destination for quality fishing, Lake Weir is the place to be. This is a 5,700-acre lake located in the middle-western part of the state, at Ocklawaha.

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

Giant bass and fat crappie are the primary targets here, plus there is good fishing for bluegill and sunfish. The lake is wrapped in about fifteen miles of shoreline, much of which is developed with homes and boat docks, while some areas are sandy beaches with vegetation. Boating access is via Carney Island Boat Ramp which is mid lake on the west side, at Carney Island Recreation Area on the northwest corner, and Hope Boat Ramps in the southwest corner of the lake.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Weir

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Weir Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NEARBY
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NO
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Carney Island Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off SE 115th Avenue, this is a six-lane, concrete ramp with docks and lots of paved parking.

Hope Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, south side, off SE 115th Avenue, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

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