Lake Jackson Fishing
Leon County, FWC Northwest region, 4,000 acres.
- 9ramps
- 81TrophyCatch bass
- 4,000acres
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Fishing on Lake Jackson
Lake Jackson sits in Leon County, in the FWC Northwest region. Its FWC acreage is 4,000. The closest town is Tallahassee, about 6 miles from the middle of the lake.
Anglers have documented 81 Florida bass from Lake Jackson with TrophyCatch, each 8 pounds or more and released. FWC lists Florida bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and black crappie as the main species in Lake Jackson. The FWC ramp inventory has 9 public ramps on Lake Jackson, 7 of them free.
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Where and how on Lake Jackson
“See an excellent article from LandandWater.com about the history of the lake and restoration efforts.”
“There are 5 public boat ramps around the lake and one fish camp.”
“This lake is shallow with an average depth of about 7 feet and a maximum depth of 30 feet.”
“After May, fishing at night becomes the norm to get away from the hot weather conditions.”
“When water levels are low, the best ramps to use on Lake Jackson are Sunset Landing and Crowder Road Landing.”
“It is a natural sink-hole lake that periodically goes dry (about every 25 years.”
“This lake has a high diversity of aquatic vegetation, but hydrilla, eelgrass, and maidencane are the best habitats to fish for bass in this lake.”
Quoted from the FWC site page: FWC page 1. Checked October 2026.
Seasonal forecast for Lake Jackson
“Target bream with crickets, worms, or beetle-spins.”
“For anglers seeking lots of action, try using spinners or other shiny lures for Chain Pickerel (jackfish).”
“Topwater baits (such as frogs) work the best on Lake Jackson in the early part of the fall during the late evening.”
“These fish are a great way to keep new or young anglers busy while fishing.”
Quoted from the FWC fishing forecast: FWC page 1. Checked October 2026.
Where to launch on Lake Jackson
- Crowder Road Landing1 lane ramp, free, 3 trailer spaces
- Faulk Landing1 lane ramp, free
- Fuller Landingboat ramp, free
- Jackson View Boat Landing2 lane ramp, free, portable toilet, temporarily closed
- Meginnis Arm Canoe Landingpaddle launch, free
- Miller Landing Canoe Launchpaddle launch, 10 trailer spaces
- Rhoden Cove Landing1 lane ramp, free, 8 trailer spaces
- Sunset Landing Park – Boat Ramp1 lane ramp, free, 6 trailer spaces, flush toilet
- Sunset Landing Park – Canoe Launchpaddle launch
Source: FWC Boat Ramp Inventory, October 2026.
What lives in Lake Jackson
TrophyCatch bass from Lake Jackson
TrophyCatch counts as shown on the FWC page (Lake Jackson). Only bass 8 pounds and up, released alive, are counted.
Limits on Lake Jackson
Statewide freshwater limits cover Lake Jackson; FWC lists nothing extra.
| 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.
How Lake Jackson compares with nearby lakes
| Lake | Distance | Acres (FWC) | Public ramps | TrophyCatch bass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Jackson | 4,000 | 9 | 81 | |
| Lake Piney Z | 10 miles southeast | 193 | 1 | |
| Joe Budd Pond | 12 miles west | 15 | 1 | |
| Lake Talquin | 16 miles southwest | 8,800 | 15 | 99 |
| Lake Seminole | 28 miles northwest | 37,500 | 5 | 13 |
| Ocheesee Pond | 40 miles west | 2,225 | 1 | 4 |
Around Lake Jackson
Nearby lakes to Lake Jackson
- Lake Piney Z10 miles southeast
- Joe Budd Pond12 miles west
- Lake Talquin16 miles southwest
- Lake Seminole28 miles northwest
- Ocheesee Pond40 miles west
Shops that serve Lake Jackson
- Sure Ketch Lure Cobait and tackle, Tallahassee, 3 miles
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Tallahasseesporting goods store, Tallahassee, 7 miles
- Jd Food Martbait and tackle, Tallahassee, 7 miles
- Charlie Tuna Bate & Tacklebait and tackle, Tallahassee, 7 miles
- Lake Talquin Bait and Morebait and tackle, Tallahassee, 7 miles
- Bass Pro Shops Tallahasseesporting goods store, Tallahassee, 7 miles
Guides who fish Lake Jackson
- Fishingapexsfreshwater guide, Tallahassee, (267) 571-3889
Nearest towns to Lake Jackson
- Tallahassee6 miles
- St. Marks26 miles
County guides for Lake Jackson
- Leon Countyseat: Tallahassee
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Lake Jackson questions and answers
Where exactly is Lake Jackson?
In Leon County, about 6 miles from Tallahassee.
How large is Lake Jackson?
4,000 acres, per FWC.
Is there a boat ramp at Lake Jackson?
Yes, 9 ramps in the FWC inventory.
What can I catch in Lake Jackson?
FWC lists Florida bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and black crappie.
Is Lake Jackson good for big bass?
81 bass from Lake Jackson are logged with TrophyCatch.
Is Lake Jackson a Fish Management Area?
No special FWC rule covers Lake Jackson.
Which license do I need for Lake Jackson?
A Florida freshwater license, for anglers 16 and older unless exempt; resident annual is $17.
Has Lake Jackson been stocked?
FWC lists no stocking at Lake Jackson for the last three fiscal years.
What is the water level on Lake Jackson?
There is no live gauge on Lake Jackson; FWC forecasts note low water.
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