Bee Haven Bay Fishing
Hamilton County, FWC North Central region.
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Photo, nearby stand in for Bee Haven Bay: The Bushranger, CC BY-SA 4.0
About fishing on Bee Haven Bay
Bee Haven Bay is a Hamilton County water in FWC’s North Central region. Bee Haven Bay has no published FWC size; it maps to roughly 2,405 acres. The closest town is Jasper, about 6 miles from the middle of the lake.
Florida bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and black crappie are the fish FWC lists at Bee Haven Bay. FWC records 1 public ramp for Bee Haven Bay, with 1 free to use. FWC put 101,865 fish into Bee Haven Bay in recent fiscal years.
The biologists on Bee Haven Bay
The FWC outlook for Bee Haven Bay
“Bee Haven Bay is a lake and marsh complex that has many lobes and cuts making it a perfect place to explore and find your own favorite spot.”
“**Note that fishing is not allowed during times that Bee Haven Bay is open for waterfowl hunting.”
Quoted from the FWC fishing forecast: FWC page 1. Checked October 2026.
Boat ramps on Bee Haven Bay
- PotashCorp – White Springs Wildlife Management Area – Bee Haven Bay (Waterfowl Hunting Only)1 lane ramp, free, 2 trailer spaces
Source: FWC Boat Ramp Inventory, October 2026.
Fish of Bee Haven Bay
What you can keep from Bee Haven Bay
Bee Haven Bay follows the statewide freshwater limits below.
| Species | Statewide daily bag | Length rule |
|---|---|---|
| Florida bass | 5 | only one 16 in or longer |
| Black crappie | 25 | none statewide |
| Bluegill and other panfish | 50 combined | none statewide |
FWC freshwater regulations, 2026-27 season, checked October 2026. All Florida limits and license prices.
Hatchery releases at Bee Haven Bay
| Site | Fiscal year | Species | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bee Haven Bay | 2021-22, 2022-23, 2023-24 | 40,000 Striped Bass Hybrids (Sunshine Bass); 31,365 2022 YC Striped Bass Hybrids; 30,500 Sunshine Bass Fingerlings (1 – 2 inches) | 101,865 |
FWC Completed Stockings reports, fiscal years 2021-22 to 2023-24. Florida stocking by county.
Sizing up Bee Haven Bay against nearby lakes
| Lake | Distance | Acres (FWC) | Public ramps | TrophyCatch bass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bee Haven Bay | 1 | |||
| Eagle Lake | 6 miles southeast | 3 | ||
| Suwannee Lake | 14 miles south | 63 | 1 | 4 |
| Lake Montgomery | 25 miles southeast | 36 | 1 | |
| Watertown Lake | 26 miles southeast | 46 | 1 | |
| Alligator Lake | 26 miles southeast | 800 | 3 | 138 |
In the area of Bee Haven Bay
Other lakes close to Bee Haven Bay
- Eagle Lake6 miles southeast
- Suwannee Lake14 miles south
- Lake Montgomery25 miles southeast
- Watertown Lake26 miles southeast
- Alligator Lake26 miles southeast
Bait stops around Bee Haven Bay
- Roosters Outfitters Shopbait and tackle, White Springs, 10 miles
Places to stay near Bee Haven Bay
- Lake City25 miles
Counties around Bee Haven Bay
- Hamilton Countyseat: Jasper
Before you fish Bee Haven Bay
Where is Bee Haven Bay?
In Hamilton County, about 6 miles from Jasper.
What is the acreage of Bee Haven Bay?
FWC does not publish an acreage for Bee Haven Bay.
How many ramps does Bee Haven Bay have?
There are 1 ramp on record.
What species live in Bee Haven Bay?
Florida bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and black crappie, according to FWC.
Are there trophy bass in Bee Haven Bay?
No TrophyCatch counts are posted for Bee Haven Bay.
Are there special fishing rules on Bee Haven Bay?
Statewide limits apply; FWC lists no special rule for Bee Haven Bay.
Can I fish Bee Haven Bay without a license?
Yes, a freshwater license unless exempt, and residents pay $17 a year.
What does FWC stock in Bee Haven Bay?
FWC stocked 101,865 fish in the years on file.
Is Bee Haven Bay low right now?
Bee Haven Bay has no public real-time gauge.