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Lake Wales

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Florida, United States

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Largemouth bass

13 in · 1 lb

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Largemouth bass

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Eastern mosquitofish

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

15 in · 4 lb

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General info

Lake Wales is a lake located in Polk County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Black crappie, and Bluegill.

Location

27°54′2.9″N 81°34′18.9″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Lake Wales?

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Fishing regulations at Lake Wales, FL

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Florida can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Lake Wales fishing

Lake Wales is a lake located in Polk County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
27°54′2.9″N 81°34′18.9″W
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