Best fishing near Hawthorne
13 fishing spots · 13 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Hawthorne, Florida — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 13 of 13 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Little Trout Lake
Good
12.3 mi away
· Water 87°F · a bit warm· Patchy Fog · 72°F
Little Trout Lake is located in the Ocala National Forest in Florida, USA. This fishing area is known for its population of largemouth bass, bluegill, and sunfish. Nearby…
Why 69: live conditions (good)
69Top-rated
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#2
Swan Lake
11.5 mi away
Swan Lake is a 2,500-acre lake located in North Central Florida. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#3
Lake Geneva
13.7 mi away
Lake Geneva is located in north-central Florida and is a popular fishing destination. It is home to various fish species, such as largemouth bass, bluegill, and redear sunfish…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#4
Lake Alto
14.8 mi away
Lake Alto is a 573-acre freshwater lake located near Gainesville, Florida. The lake is known for its excellent bass fishing, but anglers can also catch black crappie, bluegill…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#5
Newnans Lake
Good
9.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Fog · 72°F
Newnans Lake is a popular fishing spot located in Gainesville, Florida. The lake is home to several fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, catfish, and crappie. Nearby…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
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#6
Santa Fe Lake
11.2 mi away
Santa Fe Lake is located in northeastern Florida and offers excellent fishing opportunities for various species such as largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappie. Nearby activities…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#7
Lake Santa Fe
11.9 mi away
Lake Santa Fe is a popular fishing destination in Florida, known for its abundant fish species such as largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappie. Nearby activities include hiking…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#8
Redwater Lake
Good
4.3 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Fog · 72°F
Redwater Lake is a popular fishing spot located in Florida, USA. The lake is known for its abundant fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, and sunfish. Nearby…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
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#9
Lochloosa Lake
Good
4.9 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Fog · 72°F
Lochloosa Lake in Florida is a popular fishing destination known for its abundance of largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappie. Nearby activities include canoeing and kayaking…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
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#10
Deer Back Lake
Good
9.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Fog · 72°F
Deer Back Lake is located in the Ocala National Forest in Florida, USA, and is popular among local anglers for its exceptional bass fishing. The lake is home to largemouth bass…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
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#11
Orange Lake
Good
10.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Fog · 72°F
The Orange Lake fishing area in Florida is located in the northern part of the state and is known for its abundant fish species, including largemouth bass, crappie, and bluegill…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
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#12
Lake Ocklawaha
Good
12.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Fog · 72°F
Lake Ocklawaha is a popular fishing destination in Florida, known for its abundant species of bass, catfish, and crappie. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and boating…
Why 43: live conditions (good)
43Rated
Fishing near Hawthorne
The Hawthorne area has 13 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Hawthorne
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.