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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Ida

What is Lake Ida?
Lake Ida is the second largest lake in Palm Beach County with 189.26 acres (includes Lake Ida Park) boating, paddle boarding, jet asking, and shore swimming or enjoyed by all visitors. It is a very active lake with an average of 9.5 feet depth and clarity on good days of 3 feet. Water levels maintained by South Florida Water Management and Fishery by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission and the leading desired lakes in Palm Beach County.
What is the best bait for canal fishing?
Bait must look natural as otherwise, the peacock bass fish will not eat it Anglers use lots of different types of bait fishing Miami Airport lakes Canals, fly fishing, topwater lures, jigs, and hard jerk baits are some the most popular. If you are not experienced, live bait or known as shiners are the most product for catching peacock bass. When putting a shiner on the hook you must thread it through the lips of the shiner for the right action.
Where is Lake Ida Florida?
Located in Boynton Beach, Florida, Lake Ida resides in the beautiful Palm Beach County. Lake Ida is 189.26 acres in size and has truly breathtaking views of the Florida wetland landscape and urban development and aligned north-south with interstate 1-95.
How big is Lake Ida?
Lake Ida has over 2240 feet of dedicated shoreline. Top that off with the maze of intersecting canals and this is some of what makes Lake Ida so impressive and one of a kind. Lake Ida is almost 200 acres in size and active 7 days a week and a favorite to local realtors and sellers.
How do people dress for fishing charter?
In layers is best, but fishing is casual. A sundress for ladies with bikini underneath is not uncommon. Khaki shorts for guys is as dressed up as anyone ever gets, long pants work if you’re not using to the sun. In the same vein, there are no “styles.” Get comfortable with whatever dress code is the norm. But always try to wear light colors as they are cooler.
Where can I park my car at Lake Ida?
As all the boat ramps are in City or County parks, they are very secure. All the parking lots have parking for boats and trailers and passenger cars as well. Currently, there is NO parking fee. You can also find local nearby parking, many places are city meter parking. Your captain can tell you the complete cost, if you use Uber or Lyft there is no cost to enter.

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Lake Ida Fishing Calendar

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Species Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Peacock Bass 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot
Clown Knifefish 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot 🔥 Hot

No targeted species marked for Dec.