Lake Washington Fishing
Brevard County, FWC Northeast region.
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About fishing on Lake Washington
Lake Washington is a Brevard County water in FWC’s Northeast region. The outline of Lake Washington maps to about 3,005 acres; FWC gives no official figure. The closest town is Melbourne, about 5 miles from the middle of the lake. Lake Washington is part of the Upper St. Johns River lakes.
Expect Florida bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and channel catfish in Lake Washington, per FWC. Lake Washington has 2 public ramps in the FWC inventory; 2 charge no fee.
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FWC on structure in Lake Washington
“The river flows through a number of lakes ranging from 350 to 4,500 acres in size (Lake Hell'n Blazes, Lake Sawgrass, Lake Washington, Lake Winder and Lake Poinsett).”
Quoted from the FWC site page: FWC page 1. Checked October 2026.
The FWC outlook for Lake Washington
“Start by targeting the edges of overhanging and floating vegetation along banks in middle river (Poinsett to Winder) and south of Lake Washington.”
“Crappie anglers should take fair numbers of fish by slow trolling artificials (small jigs and beetle spins) or by drifting with live minnows in the deeper, open water areas of lakes Poinsett, Winder, and Washington.”
“Deeper undercut bends in the middle river section between lakes Winder and Poinsett and the stretch between lakes Washington and Sawgrass can also be productive for crappie anglers this time of the year.”
Quoted from the FWC fishing forecast: FWC page 1. Checked October 2026.
Boat ramps on Lake Washington
- Lake Washington Park Airboat Ramp1 lane ramp, free, 20 trailer spaces, flush toilet
- Lake Washington Park Public Boat Ramp2 lane ramp, free, 20 trailer spaces, flush toilet
Source: FWC Boat Ramp Inventory, October 2026.
Fish of Lake Washington
What you can keep from Lake Washington
Statewide freshwater limits cover Lake Washington; 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.
Sizing up Lake Washington against nearby lakes
| Lake | Distance | Acres (FWC) | Public ramps | TrophyCatch bass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Washington | 2 | |||
| Sawgrass Lake | 5 miles southwest | 0 | ||
| Lake Hell 'n' Blazes | 9 miles south | 0 | ||
| Lake Winder | 10 miles northwest | 0 | ||
| Lake Poinsett | 14 miles north | 1 | ||
| Farm 13/Stick Marsh | 22 miles south | 6,500 | 2 | 171 |
In the area of Lake Washington
Other lakes close to Lake Washington
- Sawgrass Lake5 miles southwest
- Lake Hell 'n' Blazes9 miles south
- Lake Winder10 miles northwest
- Lake Poinsett14 miles north
- Farm 13/Stick Marsh22 miles south
Bait stops around Lake Washington
- Treasure Coast Marina, 5185 N Highway 1marina, Melbourne, 6 miles
- Strike Zone Fishing Melbbait and tackle, Melbourne, 6 miles
- West Marine Melbournesporting goods store, Melbourne, 7 miles
- Waterline Marina & Yacht Salesmarina, Melbourne, 7 miles
- Eau Gallie Yacht Basinmarina, Melbourne, 7 miles
- DICK'S Sporting Goods Melbournesporting goods store, Melbourne, 7 miles
Lake guides near Lake Washington
- Fin & Fly Fishing Chartersfly, Cocoa Beach, (321) 652-5903
Places to stay near Lake Washington
- Melbourne5 miles
- Merritt Island12 miles
- Palm Bay13 miles
Counties around Lake Washington
- Brevard Countyseat: Titusville
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Before you fish Lake Washington
Where exactly is Lake Washington?
In Brevard County, about 5 miles from Melbourne.
How large is Lake Washington?
FWC does not publish an acreage for Lake Washington.
Is there a boat ramp at Lake Washington?
FWC lists 2 ramps.
What can I catch in Lake Washington?
Mainly Florida bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and channel catfish, per FWC.
Is Lake Washington good for big bass?
No TrophyCatch counts are posted for Lake Washington.
Is Lake Washington a Fish Management Area?
Statewide limits apply; FWC lists no special rule for Lake Washington.
Which license do I need for Lake Washington?
A Florida freshwater license, for anglers 16 and older unless exempt; resident annual is $17.
Has Lake Washington been stocked?
No FWC stockings are listed for Lake Washington in 2021-22 to 2023-24.
What is the water level on Lake Washington?
Lake Washington has no public real-time gauge.
Head to Lake Washington
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