Lake Dias Fishing
Volusia County, FWC Northeast region, 711 acres.
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Lake Dias fishing overview
In the FWC Northeast region, Lake Dias lies within Volusia County. FWC lists 711 surface acres. The closest town is DeLand, about 10 miles from the middle of the lake. Lake Dias is managed as a fish management area (open to fishing).
Launch options at Lake Dias: 1 public ramp, 1 free.
Ramps and launches on Lake Dias
- Candace R. Strawn Lake Dias Park and Public Boat Ramp2 lane ramp, free, 15 trailer spaces, flush toilet
Source: FWC Boat Ramp Inventory, October 2026.
Rules on Lake Dias
Lake Dias, Volusia County has its own FWC rule list:
- Open to fishing
- No bag limit for channel catfish
| 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.
Lake Dias side by side with nearby water
| Lake | Distance | Acres (FWC) | Public ramps | TrophyCatch bass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Dias | 711 | 1 | ||
| Lake Dexter | 10 miles west | 0 | ||
| Lake Beresford | 12 miles south | 1 | ||
| Stagger Mud Lake | 12 miles southwest | 0 | ||
| Grasshopper Lake | 18 miles west | 2 | ||
| Wildcat Lake | 19 miles west | 1 |
Next to Lake Dias
Lakes near Lake Dias
- Lake Dexter10 miles west
- Lake Beresford12 miles south
- Stagger Mud Lake12 miles southwest
- Grasshopper Lake18 miles west
- Wildcat Lake19 miles west
Where to buy bait near Lake Dias
- The Fisher Manbait and tackle, Deland, 7 miles
- Steelshadbait and tackle, Deland, 8 miles
- C G Boat Works, LLCmarina, Deland, 9 miles
- Floridas Family Marinamarina, Deland, 10 miles
- Shady Oak Bait Shackbait and tackle, Deland, 11 miles
- Riviera Resort and Marinamarina, Volusia, 12 miles
Freshwater guides around Lake Dias
- Bob Stonewater's Big Bass Fishingfreshwater guide, Deland, (386) 717-6289
- Edgewater River Guidefreshwater guide, Edgewater, (386) 689-3781
- Capt Joe Roberts, Indian River Guidesfreshwater guide, Edgewater, (386) 689-0200
Towns close to Lake Dias
- DeLand10 miles
- Astor13 miles
- Daytona Beach14 miles
County pages for Lake Dias
- Volusia Countyseat: DeLand
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What anglers ask about Lake Dias
How do I find Lake Dias?
In Volusia County, about 10 miles from DeLand.
What size is Lake Dias?
About 711 acres by the FWC figure.
Where can I launch on Lake Dias?
1 ramp, all listed on this page.
What fish are in Lake Dias?
No species list is posted for Lake Dias.
Does Lake Dias have TrophyCatch bass?
Lake Dias has no TrophyCatch count on its FWC page.
Do statewide limits apply on Lake Dias?
Yes. Open to fishing
Is a license required on Lake Dias?
A freshwater license is required at 16 and up; it is $17 a year for residents.
Does FWC stock Lake Dias?
The FWC reports show no stocking at Lake Dias.
Where can I check the water level on Lake Dias?
No public gauge reports for Lake Dias.
Fish Lake Dias this season
Check the limits and buy a license before you launch.