Lake Thonotosassa Fishing
Hillsborough County, FWC Southwest region, 819 acres.
- 1ramps
- 819acres
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Lake Thonotosassa for anglers
FWC lists Lake Thonotosassa under its Southwest fishing sites, in Hillsborough County. FWC gives its size as 819 acres. The closest town is Temple Terrace, about 6 miles from the middle of the lake. Lake Thonotosassa is managed as a fish management area (open to fishing).
Launch options at Lake Thonotosassa: 1 public ramp, 0 free.
Getting on Lake Thonotosassa
- Baker Creek Public Boat Ramp (Closed at Night)2 lane ramp, fee, 8 trailer spaces
Source: FWC Boat Ramp Inventory, October 2026.
Bag limits at Lake Thonotosassa
Extra FWC rules for Lake Thonotosassa, Hillsborough County:
- Open to fishing
- Trotlines may be used from sunset until 9 a.m. Sunday through Thursday
- 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.
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Black-Bass, 2026 list
“These fish will readily strike cut bait, live baitfish and chicken livers fished on the bottom or under a cork near woody structure and offshore vegetation. With secluded coves, canals, and shorelines this location offers a quality fishing opportunity within striking distance of downtown Tampa.”
Bream, 2026 list
“These fish will readily strike cut bait, live baitfish and chicken livers fished on the bottom or under a cork near woody structure and offshore vegetation. With secluded coves, canals, and shorelines this location offers a quality fishing opportunity within striking distance of downtown Tampa.”
Catfish, 2026 list
“These fish will readily strike cut bait, live baitfish and chicken livers fished on the bottom or under a cork near woody structure and offshore vegetation. With secluded coves, canals, and shorelines this location offers a quality fishing opportunity within striking distance of downtown Tampa.”
From FWC’s yearly top freshwater fishing spots lists.
Lake Thonotosassa and the lakes around it
| Lake | Distance | Acres (FWC) | Public ramps | TrophyCatch bass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Thonotosassa | 819 | 1 | ||
| Dover District Park Lake | 6 miles southeast | 14 | 0 | |
| Edward Medard Reservoir | 12 miles southeast | 770 | 2 | 10 |
| Al Lopez Park Lake | 14 miles west | 10 | 0 | |
| Steven J. Wortham Park Lake | 17 miles south | 10 | 0 | |
| Gadsden Park Pond | 19 miles southwest | 48 | 0 |
Close to Lake Thonotosassa
Lakes within a short drive of Lake Thonotosassa
- Dover District Park Lake6 miles southeast
- Edward Medard Reservoir12 miles southeast
- Al Lopez Park Lake14 miles west
- Steven J. Wortham Park Lake17 miles south
- Gadsden Park Pond19 miles southwest
Bait and tackle near Lake Thonotosassa
- Bill's Bait & Tacklebait and tackle, Tampa, 6 miles
- Temple Terrace Industries Incbait and tackle, Plant City, 8 miles
- Bass Pro Shops Brandonsporting goods store, Tampa, 9 miles
- Tai & Marina Stationery Statmarina, Tampa, 10 miles
- Bailey's hunting, archery, fishing, campingsporting goods store, Hillsborough, 10 miles
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Lutzsporting goods store, Lutz, 12 miles
Where to base a trip to Lake Thonotosassa
- Brandon9 miles
- University9 miles
- Wesley Chapel10 miles
Counties touching Lake Thonotosassa
- Hillsborough Countyseat: Tampa
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Questions about fishing Lake Thonotosassa
Where is Lake Thonotosassa?
In Hillsborough County, about 6 miles from Temple Terrace.
What is the acreage of Lake Thonotosassa?
About 819 acres by the FWC figure.
How many ramps does Lake Thonotosassa have?
1 ramp, all listed on this page.
What species live in Lake Thonotosassa?
FWC has not posted species for Lake Thonotosassa.
Are there trophy bass in Lake Thonotosassa?
No TrophyCatch counts are posted for Lake Thonotosassa.
Are there special fishing rules on Lake Thonotosassa?
Yes. Open to fishing
Can I fish Lake Thonotosassa without a license?
Yes, a freshwater license unless exempt, and residents pay $17 a year.
What does FWC stock in Lake Thonotosassa?
No FWC stockings are listed for Lake Thonotosassa in 2021-22 to 2023-24.
Is Lake Thonotosassa low right now?
Lake Thonotosassa has no public real-time gauge.
Get on Lake Thonotosassa
Read the rules, then pick a ramp.