Lake Manatee
Lake Manatee is a 1,180-acre public reservoir east of Bradenton in Manatee County. Boats are limited to under 20 horsepower and a fish consumption advisory is in effect.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Good fishing on north and south shorelines in the west portion
Bluegill
Panfish abundant
Redear Sunfish
Good sized redear found throughout the lake
Crappie
Expected to improve as water cools; minnows, spider rigs, small jigs
Channel Catfish
Some large channel catfish
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- East rampPublicReached from Highway 64Directions ↗
- West rampPublicThrough Lake Manatee State Park; entrance feeDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Lake Manatee are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Lake Manatee ↗Local tips
- Boats must be under 20 horsepower.
- Fish consumption advisory is in effect; check before keeping fish.
- Fishing docks are available at the state park.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.