Elite Everglades Bass Fishing with Capt Lou

Full Day Everglades Bass Adventure

When you want to really get after Florida's best bass fishing, you need time on the water. This 8-hour Everglades trip gives you exactly that – a full day chasing both largemouth and peacock bass in some of South Florida's most productive waters. I'm talking about hitting multiple spots, switching up techniques as conditions change, and giving you the best shot at quality fish. We'll meet up near Fort Lauderdale or down in the South Everglades, depending on where the fish are biting. You bring yourself and maybe some snacks – I've got everything else covered, from top-rated tackle to hands-on coaching that'll make you a better angler by day's end.

What to Expect on the Water

Eight hours means we're not rushing anything. We'll start early and work systematically through proven bass haunts, from canal systems loaded with structure to open water flats where peacocks patrol. The Everglades isn't your typical bass lake – it's a maze of channels, pockets, and backwaters that most anglers never see. I know where the big girls hang out and when peacocks get aggressive. We'll fish multiple areas throughout the day, adjusting our approach based on weather, water levels, and what the fish are telling us. You'll get hands-on instruction with different techniques, whether we're flipping heavy cover for largemouth or sight-fishing peacocks in clear water. The goal is simple: put you on fish while teaching you how to read this incredible fishery.

Tackle and Techniques

I provide all the rods, reels, and tackle you'll need – we're talking quality gear that can handle everything from finesse presentations to heavy cover punching. For largemouth, we'll work everything from Texas-rigged plastics around structure to topwater early and late in the day. Peacocks are a different game entirely – they're visual predators that love flashy lures and aggressive retrieves. We'll throw everything from jerkbaits to spinnerbaits, adapting to what they want on any given day. Live shiners are available for an extra fee if you want that edge for trophy largemouth – nothing beats a big shiner under a float when you're targeting double-digit fish. I'll coach you through reading the water, understanding fish behavior, and making the right presentations. By the end of eight hours, you'll know why the Everglades produces some of Florida's best bass fishing.

Species You'll Want to Hook

Largemouth bass in the Everglades are special fish. These aren't your typical pond bass – they're thick, healthy, and built for fighting in heavy cover. Florida strain largemouth grow faster and fight harder than their northern cousins, and the Everglades population is world-class. Spring through early summer is peak time, when they're shallow and aggressive, but we catch quality fish year-round. The key is knowing where they stage during different seasons and water levels. What makes Everglades largemouth so exciting is their unpredictability – you might catch a dozen small ones, then hook into a 7-pounder that'll test your drag and your nerves. They use every piece of cover available, from fallen trees to thick grass lines, making every cast an adventure.

Peacock bass bring a completely different energy to Everglades fishing. These are cichlids, not true bass, and they fight like fish twice their size. A 3-pound peacock will run harder and jump higher than most largemouth, and when they're feeding, the action can be absolutely electric. Peacocks are sight feeders that love clear water and structure – docks, fallen trees, rock piles. They're most active during warmer months, roughly March through October, with peak action in late spring and early fall. What anglers love about peacocks is their aggression – when they want your lure, they'll crush it with authority. Plus, they're gorgeous fish with those distinctive eye spots and vibrant colors. Landing a big peacock in the Everglades backcountry is a customer favorite experience that keeps people coming back for more.

Time to Book Your Spot

This trending 8-hour format gives serious anglers what they want – maximum time on renowned Everglades waters with a guide who knows where the fish live. Whether you're after a personal best largemouth or your first peacock bass, eight hours lets us really dial in the bite and put you on quality fish. I'll handle all the gear, provide the local knowledge, and coach you through techniques that work in these unique waters. The Everglades offers some of the best bass fishing in Florida, and a full day gives you the best shot at experiencing what makes this fishery so special. Bottled water and ice are included, exact meeting location gets confirmed after booking, and you'll walk away with stories worth telling. Ready to see why this is becoming the go-to trip for serious bass anglers?