tallydude Posted February 10, 2009 Posted February 10, 2009 We never rented a pavillion. Usually we just found an open grill across the street from the kayak rental place. I think it's the Alligator pavillion area. We just set up over there. You probably don't need to spend the money on renting the pavillion. Quote
underwraps1 Posted February 11, 2009 Posted February 11, 2009 I go running at that park sometimes, and I actually planned on going fishing there today before I even read this thread. I would be willing to go if you guys would show me the ropes. Considering I've only been fishing for a few months now. Lets see if we can get this setup so I don't have to fish alone for once. Quote
LCpointerKILLA Posted February 12, 2009 Author Posted February 12, 2009 Alright guys truth is it's too d**n far for me to just go and check it out. It would be great if someone who lives a lot closer would check it out and coordinate this thing, or just tell me the details about the place and I will coordinate it. This weekend we are going to the gun show sat. & sun. and the following weekend I will be in Orlando. Personally I would like to go on a weekday, but I am a college student and have much more time on my hands than you working guys. So I may not be able to do this on the weekend until march 7th. I will 100% keep you all posted and make this little roadtrip happen. Thanks guys for showing so much interest. I will keep everyone posted, and it seems like we will have a good turnout. But for sure, will somebody in the area please give me all the details about this place? Thanks John Quote
LCpointerKILLA Posted February 12, 2009 Author Posted February 12, 2009 Alright Underwraps1 is going to scope the place out for us and answer some questions so we know what equpment/tackle to bring, food, if we need sunblock, ect. ex: How much bank access is there? How many people could fish the shore without interfering with each other? How many "hotspots" are on the shore? i.e. lay downs, bushes, baitfish cover, anywhere on the shore that is obviously the most productive Are there any picnic tables? is it shady or really sunny (do I need sunblock)? Is it quiet or does the park get crowded? How many other bank fishermen can I expect to see there? Is there a grill? Thanks a million Underwraps1!! Quote
-HAWK- Posted February 12, 2009 Posted February 12, 2009 Ill answer all of your questions right now, I have been to the park a number of times. How much bank access is there? There is a ton of bank access, probably a few miles worth. How many people could fish the shore without interfering with each other? 400-500 no problem. How many "hotspots" are on the shore? i.e. lay downs, bushes, baitfish cover, anywhere on the shore that is obviously the most productive? There is a few fish feeders around the park that normally produce pretty well. Are there any picnic tables? Yes is it shady or really sunny (do I need sunblock)? Sunblock would be recommended Is it quiet or does the park get crowded? Quiet for the most part. How many other bank fishermen can I expect to see there? 5-15 on average. Is there a grill? Yes Quote
Super User Bassn Blvd Posted February 12, 2009 Super User Posted February 12, 2009 Hawk nailed all the questions dead on. I fish their on average once a week for years. Boats are allowed but t/m only. Lots of grass so don't plan on throwing any type of cranks from shore. Some places you can but 75% of places you won't be able to. Definitely jigs, craws any type soft plastics and spinnerbaits are top producers. Definitely bring sun block unless you go last couple hours in the evening. No way in heck are you going to want to walk this park and fish so bring a bike or drive from spot to spot. That is if you want to fish ALL the lakes/spots. I suggest the weekday but weekends are ok. Water clarity is very good. Bring waders if you have any. You can wade 30-50 feet from shore in many places to access deeper water. Quote
-HAWK- Posted February 18, 2009 Posted February 18, 2009 Whats up LCKilla, Any plans coming together yet? Quote
fivesixone Posted February 18, 2009 Posted February 18, 2009 Here's their little website if anyone wanted to see it: http://www.co.palm-beach.fl.us/parks/locations/okeeheelee.htm I'm there as long as it's not one of my busy weekends coming up... Quote
underwraps1 Posted February 23, 2009 Posted February 23, 2009 LCKilla, post something to keep everybody updated so they don't think this fell off. Quote
Southflangler Posted February 24, 2009 Posted February 24, 2009 I don't mean to be a downer but bring your small stuff. I have fished there more than a few times and from the bank its not that great. You may catch some fish but most will be less than 1/4 of a pound. If you are going to go to meet the people on the forum thats cool. It would be a perfect place for a meet and greet but just dont expect to catch giant bass. Quote
Super User Bassn Blvd Posted February 24, 2009 Super User Posted February 24, 2009 I don't mean to be a downer but bring your small stuff. I have fished there more than a few times and from the bank its not that great. You may catch some fish but most will be less than 1/4 of a pound. If you are going to go to meet the people on the forum thats cool. It would be a perfect place for a meet and greet but just dont expect to catch giant bass. You must be using the wrong bait. I have caught numerous fish over 4 pounds. I catch at least a 3 pounder every trip. Quote
Super User South FLA Posted February 24, 2009 Super User Posted February 24, 2009 On average fish are small there, I have had 30 fish outings and nothing over 2lbs, but believe me there are some big'uns in there! I missed a huge one over 8lbs on a frog of course! Hint, try where the skiers go. Quote
Krzkev Posted February 25, 2009 Posted February 25, 2009 I will go and check it out today, I drive past there everyday on my way to work. I will just look for a good spot with a grill, pavillion and close to some good water. Havn't fished there in a while, but I know there is some good spots. Quote
fivesixone Posted February 25, 2009 Posted February 25, 2009 I don't mean to be a downer but bring your small stuff. I have fished there more than a few times and from the bank its not that great. You may catch some fish but most will be less than 1/4 of a pound. If you are going to go to meet the people on the forum thats cool. It would be a perfect place for a meet and greet but just dont expect to catch giant bass. I was out there on my lunch break the past 2 days throwing the Anaconda. I hooked up with 2 nice bass, probably around 4-5 lbs, they got off though. I need a new big bait rod. :-/ I did manage to somehow catch 2 bass smaller than the Anaconda. :-? I'm starting to like Okeeheelee a lot now, though. You just gotta find the spots that aren't full of those nasty weeds they got in there. There's lots of good spots with a good amount of lilly pads and whatnot. Anyone know the alligator situation there? Are there a lot of 'em? Quote
Super User Bassn Blvd Posted February 26, 2009 Super User Posted February 26, 2009 On average fish are small there, I have had 30 fish outings and nothing over 2lbs, but believe me there are some big'uns in there! I missed a huge one over 8lbs on a frog of course! Hint, try where the skiers go. Shhhhhhhh! Some things are better left not talked about. And please release all bass if you're gonna fish in my spot. Thank you. Quote
Super User Bassn Blvd Posted March 8, 2009 Super User Posted March 8, 2009 I guess this idea has been canned. Quote
GLADES Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 Weekends are tough for me to fish right now. I can bring the boat up to Lake Ida on the weekdays mornings. Anyone like to fish during the week? Quote
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