Lake Tarpon
Lake Tarpon is a 2,534-acre FWC Fish Management Area in Pinellas County near Tarpon Springs.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Bluegill
Strong panfish populations
Redear Sunfish
Crappie
Black crappie
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- County park ramps (US 19 and CR 611)PublicTwo public ramps at county parks, one off U.S. 19 and one off East Lake Road (CR 611); parks open sunrise to sunset; fishing piersDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Special rules for this lake, confirmed from official state regulations. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Black bass (largemouth, combined) | none (Florida/largemouth) | 5 total, only 1 at 16 in or longer |
| Bluegill/redear and other panfish | none listed | 50 combined |
| Crappie (speckled perch) | none listed | 25 |
Other species in this lake: look up the limits at 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 Tarpon ↗Local tips
- Offshore humps and deeper water hold fish
- Parks and ramps are open sunrise to sunset only
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Zoom and pan on a street, satellite or terrain map. Red pins are boat launches.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.