Sawgrass Recreation Park
FISH Sawgrass Recreation Park IN FLORIDA
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About Sawgrass Recreation Park Fishing & Tours
When visiting Sawgrass Recreation Park, you feel the excitement and learn the history of one of Florida’s most remarkable treasures, the Everglades. As one of the rare subtropical ecosystems, the Everglades holds spectacular mysteries. Read a little history of the Everglades with us, explore the subtropical wonder of South Florida.
You will find yourself getting up close and personal with native wildlife. Many endangered and in the current fragile environment. This adventure will create lasting memories as you discover the secrets of this untamed wilderness the Seminoles called home. Read More
Trip Core Details
- Region: Fort Lauderdale
- Duration: 4, 6, & 8 hrs
- Cancellation: 12 hrs in advance
- Weather-Related: Full refund
- Instant Online Confirmation
- Includes All State Taxes
What's Included:
- All Fishing Equipment
- Professional Captain
- Boat & Fuel
- Cooler & Ice
- Bottled water
- Photos
What's NOT Included:
- Florida Freshwater Fishing License for those ages 16+
- Live bait if desired is also additional and is purchased the morning of the trip. (optional)
- Food or Specialty beverages
Amenities:
- Fishing Chairs
- GPS & Fishfinder
- Life Jackets
- Catch and Release Allowed
- Keep Fish Allowed within Laws
About this Tour:
- Boat Specs: 20+ ft
- Boat Capacity: 4 People
- All Fishing Equipment
- Boat & Fuel
- Photos
Fishing Techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Livebait
- Fly Fishing
- Artificial Lures
Fishing Equipment:
- Spinning Rods
- Baitcasting Rods
- Left & Right Handed
- Fly Rods (request only)
- Braid & Mono Line
What is Entailed:
- Fishing beautiful Everglades in Fort Lauderdale Florida on a boat fully equipped with top quality rods, reels, hooks, and artificial lures.
- Exploring state-ranked Everglades in search of trophy largemouth bass, hard-fighting peacock bass and so much more.
- Guided fishing tour by a USCG professional fishing captain knowledgeable of South Florida and all of its waters.
- Take home a souvenir of your big catch with perfect photos taken by your guide and spread on social media as desired.
Local Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers for your destination, are included on your Confirmation email. Our Trip Managers select only the most experienced and reliable guides in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Additional Information:
- Participants are encouraged to bring comfortable shoes, a light-colored shirt, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
Sawgrass Recreation Park Fishing Guides
Sawgrass park Reviews

Captain Kirk Osborne is AWESOME and showed us a great time. We went fishing in the area: The alley at mm35 caught a monster amount of Peacock Bass and a variety of other species. Definitely will be back.At moment for some reason it will not let me see all my photos so I will upload as soon as I can.

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Great trip as we.caught fish almost every cast. My grandson out-fished me as always and was excited to catch Largemoth, Peacock Bass, Bowlin, Oscar, gar and Mayan Cichlid. What a fun day!! We can't wait to come back!!
Great trip as we.caught fish almost every cast. My grandson out-fished me as always and was excited to catch Largemoth, Peacock Bass, Bowlin, Oscar, gar and Mayan Cichlid. What a fun day!! We can't wait to come back!!

This is the guy to book if you want to experience Florida Everglades Peacock Bass fishing!!! His knowledge of the area is superb, his boat and gear is top notch, first class.
I wish I knew how to post photos here as we have plenty!!!!

This is the guy to book if you want to experience Florida Everglades Peacock Bass fishing!!! His knowledge of the area is superb, his boat and gear is top notch, first class.
I wish I knew how to post photos here as we have plenty!!!!


Captain Mark Rose spoiled my son and I on the Everglades Peacock Bass trip. He put us on the fish and we had a blast. Mark was very knowledgeable and willing to answer all my rookie questions. Captain Mark is really fun to fish with as you can tell he still loves the action. We will be back. Thanks Captain Mark Rose!

Awesome Peacock Bass Fishing Captain Mark Rose spoiled my son and I on the Everglades Peacock Bass trip. He put us on the fish and we had a blast. Mark was very knowledgeable and willing to answer all my rookie questions. Captain Mark is really fun to fish with as you can tell he still loves the action. We will be back. Thanks Captain Mark Rose! 

Awesome Peacock Bass Fishing Captain Mark Rose spoiled my son and I on the Everglades Peacock Bass trip. He put us on the fish and we had a blast. Mark was very knowledgeable and willing to answer all my rookie questions. Captain Mark is really fun to fish with as you can tell he still loves the action. We will be back. Thanks Captain Mark Rose! 

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Excellent service oriented guide I booked three days of Peacock Bass fishing with Captain Tim Nichols out of Fort Lauderdale, FL in Nov., 2021. There were two of us, my adult (not teen) daughter and myself. Despite a passing cold-front, we had a great time. We boated 54 fish, mostly all Peacocks and some of them were over five pounds. We also saw lots of alligators one day which was cool. Capt. Tim is very professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. Unlike some guides I've had, Capt. Tim did not fish. He spent his time keeping the boat in position, netting our fish, and quickly rebating our hooks. He never complained when an errant cast caught a tree. He just motored over and got us unhooked and ready to go again. The furnished rods and reels worked flawlessly. So did his motors and other equipment. His boat is fast and there is a cooler with ice onboard. He knows the waters and even tells you which areas to focus on. One more thing, he enjoys what he does. I felt like a friend, not a customer. I have no complaints and would use Capt. Tim again, without hesitation. It is my pleasure to give him the highest review - five stars. 

Capt Brett Isackson Is the Best!! Amazing trip!!!Capt Brett Isackson is not only a professional in his field, he is truly a professional with his customers. Catching Peacock bass was a bucket list of mine. My wife and I were fortunate to have Brett take us out on the everglades.
He put us onto a load of fish. He also helped my wife tremendously as she never fished before. He taught her so well and with politeness and patience. We had such a great experience that day that we decided to go out two days later with him and he made himself available for us!. What a great guy. It was some of the best fishing ever! Both days!


Capt Brett Isackson is not only a professional in his field, he is truly a professional with his customers. Catching Peacock bass was a bucket list of mine. My wife and I were fortunate to have Brett take us out on the everglades.
He put us onto a load of fish. He also helped my wife tremendously as she never fished before. He taught her so well and with politeness and patience. We had such a great experience that day that we decided to go out two days later with him and he made himself available for us!. What a great guy. It was some of the best fishing ever! Both days!
Capt Brett Isackson Is the Best!! Amazing trip!!! Capt Brett Isackson is not only a professional in his field, he is truly a professional with his customers. Catching Peacock bass was a bucket list of mine. My wife and I were fortunate to have Brett take us out on the everglades. He put us onto a load of fish. He also helped my wife tremendously as she never fished before. He taught her so well and with politeness and patience. We had such a great experience that day that we decided to go out two days later with him and he made himself available for us!. What a great guy. It was some of the best fishing ever! Both days! 


Peacock bass in Florida with Wayne Fellows Wayne Fellows We originally booked a six hour trip on Lake Ida. Captain Wayne Fellows suggested we change the location to the Everglades, and we are certainly glad he did. Our goal was to catch a lot of Peacock Bass, and we did just that. We also caught plenty of Oscar, Cichlid, Largemouth Bass, Gar, a couple of Pickerel, and few other types of fish too. We are definitely happy with our day on the water.

We originally booked a six hour trip on Lake Ida. Captain Wayne Fellows suggested we change the location to the Everglades, and we are certainly glad he did. Our goal was to catch a lot of Peacock Bass, and we did just that. We also caught plenty of Oscar, Cichlid, Largemouth Bass, Gar, a couple of Pickerel, and few other types of fish too. We are definitely happy with our day on the water.
A good experience My cousin and I had planned this fishing trip for about 15 years. While we would have liked to have landed more fish, we understand that we have no control over wind speeds and fish dispositions. We fished 2 days, once with Brett Issacson in the glades and once with Bob Miley in the Falls canals. Both these fellas are top-notch—-friendly, knowledgeable. Very accommodating. Would love to fish wifh either captains a yrime 
A good experience My cousin and I had planned this fishing trip for about 15 years. While we would have liked to have landed more fish, we understand that we have no control over wind speeds and fish dispositions. We fished 2 days, once with Brett Issacson in the glades and once with Bob Miley in the Falls canals. Both these fellas are top-notch—-friendly, knowledgeable. Very accommodating. Would love to fish wifh either captains a yrime … 

Some of the best fishing I've ever done in my life!! My favorite part of the trip was catching so many fish was Captain Mark Rose. I caught so many peacock bass that my hands were sore and my arms were tired. Captain Mark Rose is a master at his trade. He knows where to find the fish and what to use to haul them in. I will definitely be back to fish with him again and again. He's a great guy, he's really easy to get along with, and fun to fish with. 

Some of the best fishing I've ever done in my life!! My favorite part of the trip was catching so many fish was Captain Mark Rose. I caught so many peacock bass that my hands were sore and my arms were tired. Captain Mark Rose is a master at his trade. He knows where to find the fish and what to use to haul them in. I will definitely be back to fish with him again and again. He's a great guy, he's really easy to get along with, and fun to fish with. 
Very simple to book guides anywhere in the country. Plus their guides are very knowledgeable and will get you on fish. Capt Wayne in South Florida is the best. I guarantee he’ll put you on a ton of fish. We fished for Peacock Bass and Largemouths. Although we’ve caught Jaguar Cichlids and other varieties. You won’t regret it!
Captain Mark Rogers was awesome! We fished the everglades for Peacock bass (which we had never caught before) and caught plenty. I'm embarrassed too say when unhooking one I hooked my thumb past the barb for the first time in my 50 years of fishing! Mark had done this before and got the hook out almost like you'd pull a loose tooth. A little bleeding, I cleaned it with some fresh water and a band aid and that was it. A day later and the opening was basically healed. Great fishing guide and just a good dude!
Bass fishing Had a great day fishing with my dad and Capt Wayne from Bass online.Our first time catching Peacock bass
In the everglades.
Lost count how many fish. We eent through 8 dozen shiners and finished with some great action on artificial lures.
Capt Wayne was the best. If you want to catch fish get up with Wayne for an unforgettable trip

Our first time catching Peacock bass
In the everglades.
Lost count how many fish. We eent through 8 dozen shiners and finished with some great action on artificial lures.
Capt Wayne was the best. If you want to catch fish get up with Wayne for an unforgettable trip
Great 1/2 day of Fishing on the Water My six year old and I enjoyed a great 1/2 day of fishing on the water with Captain Wayne Fellows. We caught 9 largemouth bass and 6 peacock bass. Wayne was friendly, knowledgeable and put us right on the spot to catch fish.
Captain Wayne and Bass Online Saves The Day A life-long friend of mine was in town for some military training and he flew his son in from Indiana for the sole purpose of Deep Sea fishing. The day before the outing the forecast called for 8ft seas and 25 knot winds so our charter canceled at noon the day before. I found Captain Wayne and asked about fresh water charters. He said that he was booked (of course) but when he learned about the situation, we worked it out somehow and took myself, my son, my buddy and his son on his Bass Tracker out to Holiday Park. He provided EVERYTHING and we each caught OVER 10 bass each and we couldn't have had anymore fun! I HIGHLY RECOMEND Bass Online and Captain Wayne. I'm booking that Salt Water Trip with Captain Wayne too! 



Awesome time with Captain Mark and Brett Took a short trip to Fort Lauderdale to do some fishing . Spent a great great day on the water with captain Mark Shepard. Not only did I catch my personal best but between me my wife and Captain Mark we solved all world problems lol.Then Kim and I spend a day In The Everglades with Captain Brett Isackson. The weather was not in our favor that day but we still caught fish. Captain Brett did everything he could to get on on the bite. But bad weather is something even he can’t control.
Looking forward to fishing with both captain again. Thanks guys


Then Kim and I spend a day In The Everglades with Captain Brett Isackson. The weather was not in our favor that day but we still caught fish. Captain Brett did everything he could to get on on the bite. But bad weather is something even he can’t control.
Looking forward to fishing with both captain again. Thanks guys

Don't hire anyone else! Capt Mark Rogers made sure I had a blast! He called the night before to let me know where the bite was best, and let me decide if I wanted to keep the trip the same or change it up.Bite was tough, which is to be expected in late August. We still got into plenty of peacocks, a couple largemouth and a huge Mayan.
I can't say enough good things and I'm already trying to plan a return trip to fish with him in better weather!


Bite was tough, which is to be expected in late August. We still got into plenty of peacocks, a couple largemouth and a huge Mayan.
I can't say enough good things and I'm already trying to plan a return trip to fish with him in better weather!

Peacock Bass Adventure! My buddy and I did a trip with Captain Nick Pasquarello. We told him that we really both wanted to catch a peacock bass. He then decided to change our location to the everglades as fishing at our original location has been weak lately. I lost count of how many fish we caught and we each got our Peacock Bass. He was a great guide and I learned some new things about fishing. 


Markham and Everglades trips We took 3 trips with Captain Mike Groshon and Captain Wayne Fellows. All three trips were great with excellent catches. Both captains are outstanding and went out of their way to assure we had a good time. This is the second year I've used Captain Mike and will always request him and Captain Wayne on future trips. They can't be beat. 


Everglades Peacock Bass Ttip. We had a great trip fishing the canals off Alligator Alley. Me and my two teenage sons fished on Fatherâs Day and caught at least 4 Peacocks each, a ton of large mouths, and several other fish. Captain Tim was great. Put us right on them. 
Most fun you can have with your pants on! Great day fishing for largemouth bass in the Everglades captain joe gruny was great to work with and helped my inexperienced wife catch more fish then she could count. He was very patient with her the whole time. Rebooked for another day this week because it was such a great time! 


Bass Fishing; Florida Everglades If you are a fishing enthusiast then this is one for the books. Outstanding bass fishing as you watch alligators pass you by. The captain was outstanding and made the trip a memorable one to say the least. Much more concerned about catching fish then how many hours we had left to fish. 4 hour excursion should be upgraded to a 6. 8 hours is just too much. 


First trip in the Everglades Brett was a great guide. Nice Sterling w/a Suzuki 250. Caught some largemouth, peacock and a bunch of hard fighting cichlids in 5 hours. Perfect weather, lots of birds and a few Gators as scenery. Looking to book a trip next April on Okeechobee. 
Joe Gruny: Consummate Professional with a Big Heart It was to be an outing to the Stick Marsh, but, remarkably, three guides ended up canceling in the space of three hours due to illness. With my scheduled trip less than 12 hours away, Things were looking very dire. Fortunately, Lori at iOutdoor Adventures Florida, worked overtime to connect me with Joe Gunny, who, miraculously, was still available at that late hour. Joe persuaded me to opt for an outing at the Sawgrass Recreation Area, less than a third of the distance to the Stickmarsh. Upon arrival, Joe was utterly unfazed by halting progress from my car to his boat. A stroke had left me with profound left-side weakness, leaving me no choice but to hobble about on a cane. Joe effortlessly helped me into the boat, and we were off! As panicked wading birds took wing ahead of us we motored down the canal, arriving at Joeâs âsecret spot.â While catching and releasing numerous scrappy bass, Joe and I developed a quick rapport. He knew exactly when to switch from topwater lures to weighted worms to maintain consistent action. We swapped stories and learned much about each other. If learned anything about Joe it was that that his passion was to put clients onto as many fish as possible. Man, did he deliver! I look forward to speaking with Joe again! 


Captain Wayne Fellows Charter We booked two charters with Captain Wayne Fellows and thoroughly enjoyed both. The first was a 4-hour charter in the Everglades and our arms were sore after pulling in over 75-80 large mouth bass. Having two boys (ages 14 and 16), we hoped to stay active despite the unseasonably cool weather that we had experienced a few days prior in FL. Wayne was great in getting us set up and fishing right away and we were busy! My boys have experience in fishing and Wayne was great in coaching them up on technique in an encouraging way. The second charter was in the Miami area with Captain Wayne as we were fishing for peacock bass. The cooler weather unfortunately did hinder our success but that was not unexpected. Captain Wayne guided us to a few spots where we could find the best success and while we didn't pull in as many as we would have liked, my boys did enjoy landing their first peacock bass and have great memories. We would definitely return again with Wayne and try our luck again in some other great spots. 


Bass Fishing the Everglades This was an awesome trip. Capt Wayne Fellows did an excellent job.. We had a blast. We caught a couple Peacock Bass.. some largemouth.. what a great trip.. A big Thank you goes out to Capt Wayne.. What a great guide and personal... We really did have an amazing day. 


Dino and Enzio Figaretti Had a great trip caught a lot of largemouth bass Captain was on time very cordial. Enjoy the Everglades fishing but looking to get into some bigger fish or next trip. Possibly snuck in Tarpon something where we donât have to go far out. Enjoy intercoastal fishing. Please send me updates on fishing conditions and catch rates. The fishing is extremely strong will make a special trip to Florida and go. 


3 days of fishing in Miami and the Everglades Caught nearly 200 fish in 3 days with Capt.Wayne Fellows, it was fantastic! We caught multiple species and fished a different location every day. Never a dull moment and would do it again in a heartbeat. Wayne was great company and knew the spots! A most do event and go for more than a day as weather is a big factor. 


Incredible Day Of Peacock Bass Fishing!! My 13 year old son and I spent an amazing day in the Everglades with Capt Brett Isackson. Capt Brett put us on peacock after peacock all day long (with several in the 4-5lb range) and couldnât have been a better host. Good instruction and assistance and great conversation only helped a day that was already something that we will remember the rest of our lives with over 50 peacocks being caught along with too many Largemouth, Oscars and Mayans to count. Will definitely be booking with Capt Brett next time we are in the area. 


Everglades bass fishing Had a great time with Capt George Mro. I had my 2 teen daughters with me and George was absolutely great with them. Gave them options and instructions and everyone caught fish. Plenty of fish in the Everglades and as a nice side excursion there are plenty of alligators to view as well. From novice to expert this trip would be great. Looking forward to booking again in the future. 


Everglades fishing Captain Dave was a absolute blast to fish with, he had us reeling in bass all morning. He was very knowledgeable about fishing and geting them in the boat , I highly recommend if you are looking into going on a fishing adventure that you request Dave you wonât regret it! 

glade fishing This was a last minute trip as I was in Ft Lauderdale on business and wound up with an extra day, so when I called on Tuesday for a Thursday trip I was pleased that they could accommodate me. It would have been nice if a little more information on how fishing was on the initial call or more timely call back from guide would have been nice, but overall trip was good. I caught as many 1-2 lb. fish as I cared to and wound up quiting a little early (which never happens) but due to time of year and fishing conditions there appeared to be little chance of catching anything bigger than 2 lb. and there are only so many of these mostly pound or less fish one can catch. Would be a great experience for young or beginner fisherman. Saw lots of Alligators! 

Captain Wayne Fellows - Bass Fishing Capt Wayne was a great gudie for largemouth bass fishing and peacock bass fishing. We have fished club tournaments for years and were very impressed with his knolwedge and guiding. Catching over 100 fish in a single day was fun too :) 
St. Valentines Day Bassacre A friend and I booked Mark Rogers on February 14 (expensive bail-out dinner with wives followed). I spoke with Mark 2 nights before and he recommended the Everglades, saying 50 to 80 bass days were not uncommon of late - unusual for a guide to set such a high bar, but he seemed confident. Mark delivered. We easily caught over 100 bass. Mark provided a perfect balance of direction and giving us the space to let us fish. He assisted when necessary and gave polite suggestions when our skills lacked. I have been out with Bass-online a number of times and all the guides have been great. Mark is a great guy, and delivered a great day! 

Bass fishing in alligator alley It was extremely difficult fishing in heavy cover. Did not meet my expectations or my Wife's in that we did not catch anywhere near the amount of fish the guide promised and that no bathroom breaks were provided for my wife as promised. Also the trip seemed short and rushed. 

Bass fishing everglades with Wayne My wife and I had an awesome bass fishing trip on the Everglades with Wayne Fellows! We originally booked 4 hours and he kindly obliged to a 6 hour trip and boy did we catch fish. He was extremely helpful with tips and a great guide. Unfortunately our fish counter stopped at 80 so our total was unknown but we caught A LOT! Thanks again for everything and we will definitely return! 





overcharged As I had said to the general manager and guide after the trip. You overcharged me for bait. The bait for the 4 hour trip for myself (I consider myself a pretty good angler so I wasn't wasting bait) was $60 dollars.At first they tried tell me it was $20 a dozen, but I purchased the same bait for $10 dollars a dozen the next day and i'm pretty sure they pay less. I may have used 3 dozen. 




Naples Peacock trip Normally I would not respond in a review and would call the Captain directly, but I was so disappointed I felt I had to write this review. The weather in Florida has been off all year and has affected fishing throughout. When we got here I called several guides about Indian River, St. Lucie River, Ft Pierce inlet trips, etc. They all told me due to the hurricane the fishing was altered to the point they wouldn't go. I called our Bass online guide as it had been unseasonably cold to see if the fishing would be affected in Naples. He assured me we would be on fish and told us to come over for a Wed. trip. It was a big decision for us as we had two nights hotel, a dog, and travel from the east Coast. All I expect from a guide is an honest response as to fishing conditions so I can determine if it is worth spending 8-900 dollars on a day trip with all expenses, as the guides in the aforementioned areas had. We could have planned our trip anytime before March. The entire time we fished Captain Rose spoke of how bad the fishing had been recently because of the weather yet when I asked him specifically about this trip he assured me fishing had not been greatly affected and we should come. We were targeting Peacock Bass and caught very few. We also trolled most of the time in lieu of fishing structures which is the best way to catch Peacocks from past experience. Until there are good fishing days in the bank I would not advise taking this trip. Especially at a cost of just South of $500 with tip. We have had some good trips with Bass Online last year but this year has been suspect. Maybe try a guide that lives here full time and has everyday experience for years in the water you want to fish. 







Worth every penny! We took a 4-hour trip with Tony Masiello early in the morning on Father's Day. It was a last-minute thought and we were happy to be able to book the day before the trip. We thoroughly enjoyed Tony's experience, attentiveness, knowledge and friendliness. My husband and I easily caught 10 fish each and, as experienced fishermen, enjoyed every minute! If you're afraid of alligators, though, this trip may not be for you. We saw many up close, one even followed the boat and came up to the side a couple of times trying to get the fish we caught. What a thrill! We highly recommend this. Next time we're in Fort Lauderdale, we will definitely do this again and consider a longer trip. 




Wonderful time in the Everglades My husband and I enjoyed a fantastic morning with Capt. Tim Nichols on the Sawgrass canals in the Everglades. All gear was provided, and travel time to/from our meeting place (BJ's Bait shop) was NOT included in our fishing time - we got four full hours on the water. Saw lots of alligators and herons, as well as a gazillion gar who were totally uninterested in our bait. Caught and released many bass - they put up a good fight! Tim was quiet but personable, and extremely knowledgeable about the area - in short, the perfect guide. We felt our morning on the everglades canals was well worth the price, and I wouldn't visit Florida without doing this again. It was a great way to see Florida's ecology at its best. 


fishing the canals with roger hernandez hello folks, im just your basic 57 yr old "good ol boy" from alabama. i have fished in and off shore most of my adult life. my wife and i had the pleasure of a 6 hour trip with capt. roger gonzales. i really didnot know what to expect, he (roger) drops a 21 ft ranger in a canal behind a shopping center!!! my first thought was here we go!! roger is the ultimate professional. he put my wife and i at ease, and we were catching peacocks within the first five minutes!!! what a wonderful afternoon !! we actually caught around 20-25 fish, with the the highlight of the day being back to back 5 pounders!!! if you have never fished for peacocks, imagine catching a 5 ib amberjack on 15 lb test... they just dont stop fighting or give up! my highest praise to capt roger, if i am ever back in the miami area i will definetly fish with him again!!! 

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EVERGLADES IN FLORIDA
Everglades Fishing
Fast-moving baits, topwater plugs, frogs, snakes, giant worms, senkos, spoons, and buzz baits are common ways to fish the Everglades, and plastic worms work well. Using topwater, you see many strikes before they happen, and the battle can be quite exhausting.
Everglades is like nowhere else in the world; the Florida Everglades holds the state record for the highest number of fish caught per person, per hour of any fishery in the state of Florida. “Static’s from the Florida Fish and game wildlife department.” When you consider all the great lakes and rivers in Florida, that’s impressive! So if you’re looking for action, you have found it.
Fishing Guides
Our Florida Everglades fishing guides have extensive knowledge and the most experience in fishing the Everglades. Most native to the area, our expertise and service is second to none, just like our boats, rods & reels, and tackle that you will be using. We guarantee it with our NO FISH, NO PAY policy!
Sawgrass Recreation Park offers the ability to catch big fish and lots of fish; the Everglades is the place to be. Everglades offers trophy largemouth bass fishing. Many catches in the 4 to 7-pound range are taken each year. Think about joining us for the Everglades trip of a lifetime!
Not only will you fish with a professional guide, all of our trips include Fully equipped Bass boats, fuel, and tackle. Everything you need for that trip you’ve been waiting for. The only thing you will need to have is a Florida fishing license.
Group Trips
Sawgrass Recreation Park Corporate trips are welcome and very common for us because of our size. We can accommodate your fishing needs from one to a hundred. We also can provide everything from breakfast and box lunches to a southern BBQ to end the day.
Airbot rides
Located just West of Fort Lauderdale and minutes from Miami, Sawgrass Recreation Park is a top attraction for locals and visitors alike, ideal for kids and families of all ages. They are known for Everglades airboat rides, with an incredible live alligator presentation and world-famous exhibit areas. Sawgrass has miles of wetlands that you will experience as you journey deep into the Everglades. Glide across what is referred to as the “River of Grass” at fun, exciting and safe speeds with a local expert by your side.
Our fleet of airboats are unique, secure, and offer comfort, allowing you to feel the breeze and smell the earth. Take amazing Everglades pictures of the American alligator and come face-to-face with many of the Everglade’s most exciting animals. The Sawgrass Recreation Park Everglades airboat tours are a must-visit; they leave every 30 minutes. So plan on fishing with us and then taking a short break and make time for the reptiles and mammals exhibit and unforgettable wildlife.
Location
Sawgrass Recreation Park, directions take 595 W. to I-75 N, take Exit 23 U.S.Hwy. 27 North, 2 miles up the road.
The park offers an Airboat tour, alligator show, reptile, and vanishing species exhibits. Food, beverages, gift shop, and craft stand. Group and private tour rates upon request. Ample bus parking and hospitality. If you are looking for additional Saltwater Fort Lauderdale Fishing Charters click here!
MORE INFORMATION ON EVERGLADES FISHING
About Sawgrass Recreation Park
Originally a fishing camp, Sawgrass Recreation Park transformed over the next 30 years into an airboat attraction in the 1970s, eventually becoming one of South Florida’s top destinations for visitors in the new millennium.
The Soverns’ family acquired Sawgrass Recreation Park in 2005, shortly after Hurricane Wilma. Since then, the park has expanded, allowing for adoption and rescue of more reptiles and mammals by adding exhibit areas. For the first time, community relations offered a local scholarship annually to a student in conjunction with local schools to educate and bring awareness to students about the Florida Everglades.
Local History
The historic Florida Everglades at sawgrass recreation park consisted of approximately four million acres of shallow sawgrass marsh, with wet prairies and aquatic sloughs interspersed with tree islands. Today, only 50 percent of the original Everglades ecosystem remains, primarily due to drainage and conversion of large portions of the northern and eastern Everglades for agricultural or urban land use. The middle section of the historic Everglades’ remaining parts is located in the Water Conservation Areas WCA 2a.
The Everglades ecosystem evolved under low phosphorus concentrations and is considered an oligotrophic ecosystem. A large body of evidence indicates that phosphorus is the primary limiting nutrient throughout the remaining Everglades. The introduction of excess phosphorus to the Everglades has resulted in ecological changes over large marsh areas.
Continued Effort
The Everglades Forever Act, passed by the Florida Legislature in 1994, stated that waters flowing into the remnant Everglades known as the Everglades Protection Area contain excessive phosphorus levels and a reduction in levels of phosphorus will benefit the ecology of the Everglades Protection Area. The EFA requires the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) to complete the research necessary to establish a numeric phosphorus criterion for the Everglades Protection Area.
The SFWMD Everglades System Research Division (ESRD) initiated a succession of studies for phosphorus criterion development by Sawgrass Recreation Park. The investigations began in 1993, continue presently, and part of the research and monitoring conducted in the Everglades. In early 1994 in WCA 2A Biological monitoring for the ESRD studies was started. FDEP using data from this and other studies in the development of a numeric phosphorus criterion for the Everglades Protection Area. BassOnline.com is the only South Florida guide & outfitting service involved in persevering the Everglades and its ecosystems. We support conservation and are very active in SAFER, a supporter of Anglers and Everglades Restoration.
Study Design
SFWMD ESRD initially selected 13 sites along two transects located downstream of canals discharging into WCA 2A and extending down the phosphorus gradient into the least affected areas of the marsh near sawgrass recreation park. Sampling sites ranged from the canal inflows (discharge structures on the northeastern margin of WCA 2A) to nearly 15 km downstream from the canal inflows. Three of the 13 main sites specifically were chosen to represent the least affected area of WCA 2A concerning anthropogenic disturbance (sites U1-U3).
A series of 15 additional “intermediate” sites were added to the study later to obtain better spatial coverage of the lower portion of the transects. The sites monitor for water, sediment, and biological quality.
This project initiated to monitor biological assemblages across a nutrient gradient in the Florida Everglades to support regulatory efforts to define a numeric water quality criterion for phosphorus. The goal is the protection of natural populations of aquatic flora and fauna in the Everglades Protection Area.
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F. A. Q of Sawgrass Recreation Park
What can you fish in the Everglades?
The Everglades Fishing is split into two parts, freshwater and saltwater– in the salt you might catch Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, Trout, Grouper, Snapper, Triple Tail, Jacks, Lady Fish, and Sharks. In the freshwater parts of the Everglades, you can catch Peacock Bass, Large Mouth Bass, Oscars, Bowfin, Chain Pickerel, catfish, Cichlid, and Alligator Garr.
How many species of fish are in the Everglades?
Nearly 300 different species of fish are known to inhabit the freshwater marshes and marine coastline of Everglades National Park.
Can you eat fish from the Everglades?
Florida’s freshwater and marine fish are generally considered safe to eat. However, certain Everglades fish can be potentially unhealthy to eat because those fish can take up contaminants from the water they live in and from the food they eat. They recommend against large consumptions of any fish from the Everglades because of mercery levels.
What is the best month to fish in Florida Everglades?
This is based on the water levels, a high summer water levels lead to less wildlife and fish. Low water levels, expose all the species of fish and wildlife. More specifically, the months from June to September (and, some years, even October) are west seasons.
Are the Everglades dangerous?
Alligators are aggressive, and they dominate the freshwater waterways of the Everglades. Additionally, the Everglades is the only place on earth in which alligators and crocodiles coexist, so you may spot some of those, as well as various types of snakes – all of which you want to avoid encountering at all costs.
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.
Is Everglades worth seeing?
The Everglades made the Top 4 in the best national parks ranking this year. And there is a good reason for it – the wildlife is incredible no matter where in the Everglades you are. On the freshwater side of the Everglades, Alligators are dominant. You can’t just take a boat tour to view these species, on the saltwater side you can side crocodiles and dolphins with the chance to see turtles and alligators along the way.
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