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Holly Lake is a 99-acre public lake north of Lake Yale near Umatilla in Lake County, Florida. The original local notes describe shoreline depth transitions, bass and panfish, and access from County Road 450. Confirm ramp conditions and current freshwater rules before visiting.
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Largemouth Bass
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Frequently Asked Questions about Holly Lake
Where is Holly Lake in Florida?
This Holly Lake is a 99-acre public waterbody in Lake County north of Lake Yale near Umatilla, according to the Lake County Water Atlas.
What fish can I target at Holly Lake?
The original local notes identify largemouth bass, bluegill and crappie in the Holly Chain. Conditions and catches vary; check the lake and current rules before going.
Where is the Holly Lake boat ramp?
The local page records access off County Road 450 near Umatilla. Verify the launch and parking conditions before towing a boat.
Are guided trips available on Holly Lake?
No Holly Lake-specific guide card is currently verified in the page listing. Check actual guide availability for nearby Lake County waters.
Do I need a Florida freshwater license?
Check Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission license and freshwater regulation requirements for your trip.
Holly Lake fishing near Umatilla
Holly Lake connects to Ella Lake on the north side, Holly Lake is located in Lake County Florida just north of Lake Yale and the Harris Chain of lakes. Also located southwest of Lake Dorr and Southeast of Lake Weir.
Closest Town: Silver Beach Heights
Public Boat Access: Off Co. Rd 450 in Umatilla
Lake Notes: Specializing in Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Shellcracker.
The Holly Chain is comprised of three lakes north of the City of Umatilla. The chain features unusual contours for Florida lakes. The deepest water is found near shore, with a ridge rising in the center. Bass are often found near the deepwater closest to the shore and where the bottom rises to the center ridge.
Holly Lake Fishing in Lake County Fl
Holly Chain – A three-lake chain just north of Umatilla, with access via a public boat ramp on S.R. 450. Bass, bluegill, shellcracker, and speckled perch are the dominant sport fish. These lakes feature unusual contours for Florida lakes. The deepest water is found near shore, with a ridge rising in the center. There is little vegetation or other structures on the lake bottoms.
A border of cattails and intermingled grasses rings each lake. Bass often are found near the deepwater closest to shore and where the bottom rises to the center ridge. There are six fish attractors in Lake Ella (467 acres), the largest and most distant lake from the public boat ramp. Good catches of bass have been reported by anglers fishing the edge of attractors.
Boat Ramp
Lake Holly Boat Ramp: Single-lane ramp with unimproved parking lot capable of accommodating 15 vehicles.
Phone: (352) 253-4948
14421 County Road 450
Umatilla, FL
Hours of operation: From dawn to dusk
Directions:
Head north on SR 19 in Umatilla and turn left onto CR 450. Follow CR 450 3.2 miles. The boat ramp is on the right side of the road.
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Holly Lake facts to check before fishing
The Lake County Water Atlas identifies this Holly Lake north of Lake Yale as a 99-acre public lake. It is a different waterbody from Lake Yale and the larger Harris Chain. The original local notes above describe shore-side depth changes, vegetation and access via County Road 450; check the launch and current conditions before towing a boat. Review Florida’s current freshwater fishing rules for licenses, limits and methods.
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