You may think fishing in Florida is confined to the coastal waters. However, just south of Orlando, you can experience great fishing on Lake Tohopekaliga.
Captain Bill and his team will be waiting for you in his Ranger bass boat. This elegant little craft is perfect for gliding across the lake’s gentle waters. It’s got fishfinder equipment and an onboard cooler with ice to keep your drinks cool in the afternoon heat.
Lake Tohopekaliga has plenty of Largemouth Bass for you to reel in. Captain Bill is a lifelong Bass fisherman and knows every trick in the book to help get you some catches. He’s well-supplied in light tackle and has Penn rods and Abu Garcia reels which make for a great kit when taking on the Bass.
You’ll be fishing with lures on this trip, but live bait can also be provided upon request. Captain Bill provides bottled water for his fellow fishermen but feels free to take your drinks with you and some food. You’ll need to book your Florida fishing license beforehand, which is available to purchase online.
Apart from that, you’re all set for a fabulous day targeting Largemouth Bass and maybe even some tasty Crappie as a little bonus on this relaxed trip to the lake.
Captain
Bill Goudy Jr.
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
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on April 1, 2025
I had an unforgettable fishing trip with Bill Goudy Jr. and Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters! From the moment we set out on the water, I could tell that Bill was passionate about fishing and extremely knowledgeable about Lake Tohopekaliga. Bill’s expertise really made the trip special. He knew exactly where to go, and I ended up catching some incredible bass! The boat was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a successful day on the water. Bill made sure to give great tips and ensured we had a fun, productive day, no matter our skill level. If you’re looking for a fantastic bass fishing experience, I highly recommend booking with Bill and Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters. It’s a trip I’ll remember for years to come, and I can’t wait to do it again!
I had an unforgettable fishing trip with Bill Goudy Jr. and Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters! From the moment we set out on the water, I could tell that Bill was passionate about fishing and extremely knowledgeable about Lake Tohopekaliga. Bill’s expertise really made the trip special. He knew exactly where to go, and I ended up catching some incredible bass! The boat was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a successful day on the water. Bill made sure to give great tips and...
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on April 10, 2025
What a fantastic day fishing with Bill Goudy Jr. of Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters! Bill knows this lake like the back of his hand and had us catching bass right from the start. The boat was top-notch, and the equipment was in excellent condition. Bill was patient, giving great tips, and really made the whole trip enjoyable. We managed to reel in some solid catches, and the day was just full of great memories. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced angler, this is the charter to book. Can’t wait for the next trip!
What a fantastic day fishing with Bill Goudy Jr. of Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters! Bill knows this lake like the back of his hand and had us catching bass right from the start. The boat was top-notch, and the equipment was in excellent condition. Bill was patient, giving great tips, and really made the whole trip enjoyable. We managed to reel in some solid catches, and the day was just full of great memories. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced angler, this is the charter to book....
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on April 7, 2025
What an incredible day with Bill Goudy Jr. of Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters! From the moment we set off, Bill’s expertise was evident. He knew exactly where to take us for the best fishing spots and had us catching bass non-stop throughout the day. The boat was comfortable and well-equipped, and Bill’s friendly demeanor made the trip even more enjoyable. He gave great tips and shared valuable insight about fishing techniques. If you’re looking for a memorable bass fishing experience, Bill is your guy. Highly recommend!
What an incredible day with Bill Goudy Jr. of Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters! From the moment we set off, Bill’s expertise was evident. He knew exactly where to take us for the best fishing spots and had us catching bass non-stop throughout the day. The boat was comfortable and well-equipped, and Bill’s friendly demeanor made the trip even more enjoyable. He gave great tips and shared valuable insight about fishing techniques. If you’re looking for a memorable bass fishing experience, Bill...
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on April 2, 2025
Amazing day on the water with Bill Goudy Jr. of Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters. Bill is an outstanding guide — professional, easygoing, and extremely knowledgeable about bass fishing and the lake itself. He knew exactly where to go and had us on fish in no time! The boat was clean and comfortable, and all the gear provided was top-notch. Bill made the whole experience smooth, fun, and incredibly rewarding. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, he tailors the trip to make sure everyone has a great time.
Amazing day on the water with Bill Goudy Jr. of Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters. Bill is an outstanding guide — professional, easygoing, and extremely knowledgeable about bass fishing and the lake itself. He knew exactly where to go and had us on fish in no time! The boat was clean and comfortable, and all the gear provided was top-notch. Bill made the whole experience smooth, fun, and incredibly rewarding. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, he tailors the trip to make sure...
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on April 9, 2025
I had an amazing day on the water with Bill Goudy Jr. of Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters! Bill’s expertise on the lake was clear from the get-go. He knew exactly where to find the bass, and we were reeling them in all day long. The boat was clean and well-equipped, and Bill was super friendly and professional, offering great tips and making sure we had the best experience possible. Whether you’re new to bass fishing or a seasoned angler, I highly recommend booking with Bill. A top-notch trip all around!
I had an amazing day on the water with Bill Goudy Jr. of Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters! Bill’s expertise on the lake was clear from the get-go. He knew exactly where to find the bass, and we were reeling them in all day long. The boat was clean and well-equipped, and Bill was super friendly and professional, offering great tips and making sure we had the best experience possible. Whether you’re new to bass fishing or a seasoned angler, I highly recommend booking with Bill. A top-notch trip...
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Kissimmee, Florida, United States
Hello, I am Captain Bill and a licensed master captain. Originally born in Iowa and raised on the Mississippi River. I've been fishing ever since I was a little kid. I caught the Bass fishing bug early in life. When I was younger, I found an old Johnson spoon in my father’s tackle box, tied it on, and caught a Bass. Instantly hooked on fishing, my pursuit of a career in it was inevitable. Living on the river where his family owned a campground and bait shop, he has been putting people on fish for years. He has been married for 21 years and is a father of 4 and grandfather of 1. He heard about Headwaters Lake being open, so he moved to Florida to pursue his dream of being the first full-time fishing guide on Headwaters and now has a team of guides that work with him. Captain Bill and the team will help get you experience Headwaters and Stick Marsh like no other, producing beautiful trophy Largemouth Bass all day long. Also, enjoy fishing Winter Haven Chain of Lakes and the surrounding Central Florida Bass fisheries are his kingdom! Don't look any further, choose the sure thing by clicking the book now button now. Let's go catch some trophies that the others only talk about!
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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