Best fishing near Melrose
15 fishing spots · 15 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Melrose, 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 15 of 15 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Little Trout Lake
Good
7.2 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
S⛰
#2
Swan Lake
0.7 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
3.2 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
Magnolia Lake
7.0 mi away
Magnolia Lake is located in Apopka, Florida, and is a popular fishing spot for both locals and tourists. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#5
Lake Alto
9.9 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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#6
Blue Pond
10.6 mi away
Blue Pond is a popular freshwater fishing spot in the state of Florida, USA. The pond is home to various fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, catfish, and crappie…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#7
Stevens Lake
Good
11.6 mi away
· Water 84°F · a bit warm· Low water · fish concentrated· Areas Fog · 73°F
Stevens Lake Fishing Area is located in Ocala, Florida, and is a popular spot for anglers to catch largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. The area is surrounded by the Ocala…
Why 57: live conditions (good)
57Solid
S⛰
#8
Santa Fe Lake
4.8 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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#9
Lake Santa Fe
5.4 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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#10
Lowry Lake
8.5 mi away
The Lowry Lake fishing area in Florida is a popular spot for anglers targeting largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. Aside from fishing, visitors can enjoy activities such as…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#11
Varnes Lake
11.6 mi away
Varnes Lake is a popular fishing destination in Florida known for its abundant fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. Nearby activities include camping…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#12
Newnans Lake
Good
14.4 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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#13
Hampton Lake
14.6 mi away
Hampton Lake is a popular fishing spot in Florida, known for its largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappie. Nearby activities include hiking, biking, and camping. Fishing tips…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#14
Redwater Lake
Good
11.0 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
Fishing near Melrose
The Melrose area has 15 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 Melrose
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.