The Chain of Lakes fishing area in Florida, USA, is located in Winter Haven and is a popular destination for anglers due to its abundant fish species. The most prevalent fish species found in the Chain of Lakes area are largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappie.

Apart from fishing, visitors can engage in various activities in the nearby area, including hiking, biking, bird watching, and boating. The Chain of Lakes boasts numerous parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and other attractions, making it a great destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

When it comes to fishing tips, anglers are advised to use live bait, such as shiners, and fish around the weed lines for largemouth bass. For crappie, jigs or minnows can be effective. Bluegills can be caught with worms or crickets.

The best time to visit the Chain of Lakes fishing area is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild, and the fish are active. In spring, the average temperature ranges from 72°F to 82°F, while the fall season has an average temperature ranging from 68°F to 85°F.

Overall, the Chain of Lakes fishing area is an excellent destination for anglers looking to catch a variety of fish species while enjoying the beauty of the surrounding area.

Featured Fish - Black Crappie

It is an abundant species and is important both commercially and as a sport fish. Black crappies are easily caught, often as fast as the hook can be rebaited. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: Though they show a definite family resemblance, they are distinctive enough that they shouldn’t be confused with any other species. The black crappie and the white crappie are most often confused with each other. Despite their common names, both species are the same color (dark olive or black dorsally with silvery sides) and both have spots on the sides. However, the pattern of the spotting is distinctly different. In the black crappie the spots are more or less irregular and scattered while in the white crappie the spots may be more vague and are clearly arranged into 7-9 vertical bars on the sides. Another distinction; the black crappie has 7-8 dorsal spines while the white crappie has only 6, the same number as in its anal fin. In body shape the black crappie’s is somewhat deeper than the white crappie.