Largemouth Bass Fishing in Miami
Micropterus salmoides
Largemouth bass are America’s favourite freshwater gamefish, and South Florida’s canals and the edge of the Everglades hold plenty of them. They are often caught alongside peacock bass.
Quick facts
Most are 12 to 18 inches long.
Large fish are caught in the cooler months.
The jaw extends past the eye.
They hide in grass and cover.
Canals, lakes and grass.
Where to catch them off Miami
Canals
Miami’s canals.
Everglades edge
Canals near the Everglades.
Lakes
Neighbourhood and park lakes.
Season in Miami
How to read this meter
- PPeak best time to catch
- FFair can catch
- OOff rarely caught
- CClosed season, no harvest
Bass are caught all year, with the best fishing in the cooler months.
Best time and conditions
Cooler months
Winter and early spring bring larger fish.
Low light
Early morning and evening.
Techniques and baits
Live shiners
The best bait.
Soft plastics
Worms and swimbaits.
Topwater
Exciting surface strikes.
Flipping
Lures in heavy cover.
Top baits and lures
- Live shiners
- Soft plastic worms
- Topwater lures
- Spinnerbaits
Florida regulations
A freshwater fishing license is required. On a Salty Fresh charter, your fishing license is included.
FWC: Freshwater fishing rules · Last checked October 27, 2026
On the table
Fair. Most anglers release bass.
Which charter is best?
Peacock Bass (Miami)
- $350 per trip
- 2 hours, 7:00 AM start
- Up to 2 guests
- Also targets Peacock Bass, Snook, Tarpon and Florida Gar
Peacock Bass (Everglades)
- $650 per trip
- 4 hours, 7:00 AM start
- Up to 2 guests
- Also targets Peacock Bass, Snook, Tarpon and Florida Gar
Cast & Blast: Bass & Iguana
- $700 per trip
- 4 hours, 8:00 AM start
- Up to 2 guests
- Also targets Peacock Bass and Iguana
Largemouth Bass FAQ
When is bass season in Miami?
All year, with the best fishing in the cooler months.
How many bass can I keep?
5 per person, only 1 of 16 inches or longer.
Where do you catch bass in Miami?
Canals, lakes and the edge of the Everglades.
Can I catch bass and peacock bass on one trip?
Yes, they share the same canals.
Which charter is best for largemouth bass?
The Peacock Bass Miami trip.
Can I cancel my trip?
Free cancellation up to 3 days (72 hours) before your trip. This applies to every trip, including iguana hunts and snorkeling. To cancel, call Capt. Charles at (305) 972-5659 or email saltyfreshfishingcharters@gmail.com.