Kings Lake
Black Sea Bass • Blue Catfish • Bluegill and 1 more species
King's Lake is a 295-acre freshwater lake located in the Florida Panhandle. The lake is well-known for its largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish populations. Nearby activities include hiking, birdwatching, and hunting. Fishing tips include using live bait and fishing around the lake's weed beds. The best time to visit is in the fall when temperatures range from the mid-60s to low 80s Fahrenheit. This is also the peak fishing season, as the cooler temperatures cause the fish to become more active. Get driving directions.
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Fish Species
Black Sea Bass
Black sea bass are hermaphrodites; most begin their lives as females and change to males.
Blue Catfish
This is the largest catfish of the family Ictaluridae, reported to grow to 120 lb. (54 kg).
Bluegill
Today the bluegill is one of the most popular panfish species in North America.
Largemouth Bass
The largemouth bass is the most popular freshwater game fish.
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Pea River Near Samson Al | 2,070 cfs / 10.26 ft |
Juniper Creek At State Hwy 85 Nr Niceville | 57 cfs / 6.24 ft |
Choctawhatchee River Nr Bruce | 7,900 cfs / 10.07 ft |
Martin Bayou At Us 98 At Springfield | 4 cfs / 10.09 ft |
Blackwater River Near Bradley Al | 121 cfs / 1.61 ft |
Econfina Creek Near Bennett | 642 cfs / 7.07 ft |