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
Lake Jackson
Leon County, Florida · 3,970 acres (6.2 sq mi)
61°F water, windy Friday (15 mph WNW).
About Lake Jackson
In Leon County, Florida, Lake Jackson covers 3,970 acres; it is a shallow lake that can shrink or dry out in dry years. Lake Jackson is a shallow prairie lake that has periodically drained completely through sinkholes into the Floridan Aquifer, a phenomenon documented since 1829.
From end to end it runs about 5 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 21 miles. The water sits about 80 ft above sea level. Tallahassee is about 3.8 miles south.
- Size
- 3,970 acres (6.2 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 21 miles
- End to end
- About 5 miles
- Elevation
- About 80 ft
- Type
- Shallow lake that can shrink or dry out in dry years
- County
- Leon County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise
- 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 15 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 4:00 pm – 6:00 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
Expect the usual Florida mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, bluegill and sunfish, crappie and catfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 61°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Fall feed. They chase baitfish into creeks and coves.
- FairBluegill and sunfish
Warming. Shallow, sunny pockets in the afternoon.
- GoodCrappie
Active. Brush piles and docks in 8 to 15 ft.
- FairCatfish
Waking up. Channels and creek mouths, especially after rain.
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
- 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
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:01 am · sunset 5:40 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Jackson
- Tallahasseeabout 3.8 mi south
- Midwayabout 6.2 mi west
- Havanaabout 6.3 mi northwest
- Woodvilleabout 13 mi south
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Questions about Lake Jackson
What fish are in Lake Jackson?
Lakes like Lake Jackson usually hold largemouth bass, bluegill and sunfish, crappie and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Jackson?
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 Lake Jackson?
3,970 acres, with about 21 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Jackson?
Tallahassee is about 3.8 miles south; Midway is about 6.2 miles west.
What is the water temperature at Lake Jackson today?
The surface was about 61°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake Jackson on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
