Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir) fishing
Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir)
What's biting at Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir)
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir) -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Braden Riv At Lakewood Ranch Nr Lorraine Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| Walker Creek Near Sarasota Fl | 10 cfs | → |
| Gamble Creek Near Parrish Fl | 7 cfs | → |
| Frog Creek At Buffalo Road Near Rubonia Fl | 8 cfs | → |
| Gamble Creek At County Road 675 Near Parrish Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| Frog Creek Near Rubonia Fl | 3 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Parks
- Lakewood Ranch Community Park
- Greenbrook Adventure Park
- Whitfield Park
- Cohen Park
- Miss Sarasota Softball Complex
- East Bradenton Recreation Center
Reservoirs
Boat launches
- Braden River
- World Championship Drive Sarasota County
- 5th Street East 369-399, Ellenton
- Fort Hamer Road 1600, Parrish
- Ken Thompson Park
- Manatee County
Paddle runs
- County Road 780 Bridge To State Road 72 Bridge
- Begins Downstream Of The State Road 72 Bridge To The Southern Boundary Of Myakka River State Park
- The Southern Boundary Of The Myakka River State Park To Ends Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins
- Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins To The Vicinity Of Snook Haven Fish Camp At Approximately River Mile 18
- Approximately River Mile 18 To A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing
- A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing To The Sarasota/Charlotte County Line
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir) as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir)
What fish species are found at Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir)?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir) -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir).
How do I get to Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir)?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of Ward Lake (Bill Evers Reservoir).