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
Lake Minneola
Lake County, Florida · about 1,760 acres (2.7 sq mi)
76°F water, windy Friday (15 mph WNW).
About Lake Minneola
In Lake County, Florida, Lake Minneola covers about 1,760 acres.
From end to end it runs about 2.2 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 6.5 miles. The water sits about 90 ft above sea level. Minneola is right by the lake. The closest city is Pine Hills, about 18 miles away.
- Size
- About 1,760 acres (2.7 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 6.5 miles
- End to end
- About 2.2 miles
- Elevation
- About 90 ft
- County
- Lake 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
- 5:15 am – 8:30 ammoon underfoot, sunrise · 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 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 76°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.
- GoodBluegill and sunfish
Active around docks and weeds.
- FairCrappie
Hot water. Deeper brush and bridge pilings, early or at night.
- 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 6:48 am · sunset 5:34 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Minneola
- Minneolaon the shore
- Clermonton the shore
- Grovelandabout 4.2 mi west
- Montverdeabout 5.1 mi east
- Pine Hillsnearest city, about 18 mi east
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Questions about Lake Minneola
What fish are in Lake Minneola?
Lakes like Lake Minneola 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 Minneola?
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 Minneola?
About 1,760 acres, with about 6.5 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Minneola?
Minneola is on the shore.
What is the water temperature at Lake Minneola today?
The surface was about 76°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake Minneola on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
