Lake Panasoffkee

The Coleman boat ramp provides free access to the lake, and local fish camps can make for more convenient launching, generally charging a small fee for usage. As we get into October, Black Crappie fishing should start to get hot. Most fishermen drift minnows across the open water submersed grass. The past two years saw a tremendous Black Crappie opportunity for anglers. Also, Largemouth Bass fishing should start to get going before the cold weather gets here. Shiners are a popular choice for many anglers. If you want to use artificials, locals recommend using weedless soft plastics. Texas rigged worms or swimming shad type baits would work well. The key for Panasoffkee is to keep moving because there is so much habitat (submersed vegetation) that fish could be just about anywhere. Good places to fish are still “Big Jones” creek located at the northern end of the lake, and the southern end of lake at “Turtle “creek. Big Bass and big Spotted Sunfish can be found in both creeks. For more information, contact any of the local fish camp staff. They are always willing to point you in the right direction.