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 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Gator Lake
Monroe County, Florida · about 2,030 acres (3.2 sq mi)
Calm this morning.
About Gator Lake
Gator Lake spreads over about 2,030 acres in Monroe County, Florida.
From end to end it runs about 4 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 24 miles. Islamorada is about 28 miles southeast. Homestead, the nearest city, is about 39 miles northeast.
- Size
- About 2,030 acres (3.2 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 24 miles
- End to end
- About 4 miles
- County
- Monroe County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Fair
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise
- 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · 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
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 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 Gator Lake
- Islamoradaabout 28 mi southeast
- Marathonabout 29 mi south
- Homesteadnearest city, about 39 mi northeast
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Questions about Gator Lake
What fish are in Gator Lake?
Lakes like Gator 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 Gator 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 Gator Lake?
About 2,030 acres, with about 24 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Gator Lake?
Islamorada is about 28 miles southeast; Marathon is about 29 miles south.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Gator 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.
Gator Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
