The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 3 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Bear Lake
Monroe County, Florida · about 850 acres (1.3 sq mi)
Calm this morning.
About Bear Lake
In Monroe County, Florida, Bear Lake covers about 850 acres.
It stretches about 1.9 miles end to end and its shoreline adds up to about 5 miles. The nearest town, Islamorada, is about 26 miles southeast. Homestead, the nearest city, is about 36 miles northeast.
- Size
- About 850 acres (1.3 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 5 miles
- End to end
- About 1.9 miles
- County
- Monroe County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Fair
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise
- 2:45 pm – 5:00 pm bestmoon overhead, sunset · wind 12 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:00 amsunrise · wind 10 mph
- 4:00 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
For a lake of this size in Florida, largemouth bass, bluegill and sunfish, crappie and catfish are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Bluegill and sunfish
- Crappie
- Catfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
3 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:39 am · sunset 5:36 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Bear Lake
- Islamoradaabout 26 mi southeast
- Plantationabout 28 mi southeast
- Tavernierabout 29 mi east
- Homesteadnearest city, about 36 mi northeast
Prices and availability come from booking partners; we may earn a commission at no cost to you.
Questions about Bear Lake
What fish are in Bear Lake?
Lakes like Bear Lake usually hold largemouth bass, bluegill and sunfish, crappie and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Bear Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Bear Lake?
About 850 acres, with about 5 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Bear Lake?
Islamorada is about 26 miles southeast; Plantation is about 28 miles southeast.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Bear Lake?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Bear Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
