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
East Lake Tohopekaliga
Osceola County, Florida · 12,000 acres (18.7 sq mi)
74°F water, windy Friday (15 mph WNW).
About East Lake Tohopekaliga
East Lake Tohopekaliga is a natural lake in Osceola County, Florida, covering 12,000 acres. It lies on the Kissimmee. East Lake Tohopekaliga is part of the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes and is well known among anglers for trophy-class largemouth bass.
From end to end it runs about 4.4 miles with roughly 15.3 miles of shoreline. At about 60 ft above sea level, it warms early in spring. It reaches about 18 ft at its deepest. Saint Cloud is on the shore.
- Size
- 12,000 acres (18.7 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 18 ft
- Shoreline
- About 15.3 miles
- End to end
- About 4.4 miles
- Elevation
- About 60 ft
- Type
- Natural lake
- River
- Kissimmee
- County
- Osceola County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 10 mph
- 4:00 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Sunday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 10 mph
- 4:15 pm – 6:15 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 in East Lake Tohopekaliga
Anglers come to East Lake Tohopekaliga for largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. At 74°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Active early and late. Head to shade, docks and grass in midday.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodBluegill and sunfish
Active around docks and weeds.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
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
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:45 am · sunset 5:32 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near East Lake Tohopekaliga
- Saint Cloudon the shore
- Buenaventura Lakesabout 3 mi northwest
- Meadow Woodsabout 5.9 mi northwest
- Kissimmeeabout 6.1 mi west
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Questions about East Lake Tohopekaliga
What fish are in East Lake Tohopekaliga?
East Lake Tohopekaliga holds largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is East Lake Tohopekaliga?
About 18 ft at the deepest point. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is East Lake Tohopekaliga?
12,000 acres, with about 15.3 miles of shoreline.
What town is near East Lake Tohopekaliga?
Saint Cloud is on the shore; Buenaventura Lakes is about 3 miles northwest.
What is the water temperature at East Lake Tohopekaliga today?
The surface was about 74°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
East Lake Tohopekaliga on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
