Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir 

5.0
(84 reviews)
 Fellsmere Grade Rd, Fellsmere, FL 32948, United States–

Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir 

Fellsmere, FL, United States
–
19 ft
4
5.0
(84 reviews)

Exclusive Fellsmere Charters gives you the best chance at your giant trophy bass of a lifetime! Since the beginning, the original guide service has operated fishing trips on Headwaters Lake, also known as Fellsmere Reservoir. Don't take the chance; we offer the best trips because of our experience and knowledge of the fishery.

There's enough room on the boats for up to 4 anglers to go fishing. The boats you'll be fishing from are 20'. It has everything you'll need for catching fish at the lake or shallow waters.

We specialize in bass fishing with artificial lures but are happy to use live bait if you prefer. The headwaters of Fellsmere are in the 4 to 8-foot range and are one of the best places with 10 to 20 feet of water. Let the captain know which techniques you'd like to master, and he'll adjust everything.

It's one of the top 5 trophy Bass locations worldwide, making it worth a trip. Since you are the focus for the day, all trips are private. There's no one else on the boat, and you can choose between a morning or an afternoon adventure.

This is a premier guide service, and the captain provides quality equipment and bottled water. We welcome vets, handicapped anglers, ladies, couples, and especially kids.

Fellsmere Lake Charters looks forward to fishing with you!

Exclusive Fellsmere Charters gives you the best chance at your giant trophy bass of a lifetime! Since the beginning, the original guide service has operated fishing trips on Headwaters Lake, also known as Fellsmere Reservoir. Don't take the chance; we offer the best trips because of our experience and knowledge of the fishery.

There's enough room on the boats for up to 4 anglers to go fishing. The boats you'll be fishing from are 20'. It has everything you'll need for catching fish at the lake or shallow waters.

We specialize in bass fishing with artificial lures but are happy to use live bait if you prefer. The headwaters of Fellsmere are in the 4 to 8-foot range and are one of the best places with 10 to 20 feet of water. Let the captain know which techniques you'd like to master, and he'll adjust everything.

It's one of the top 5 trophy Bass locations worldwide, making it worth a trip. Since you are the focus for the day, all trips are private. There's no one else on the boat, and you can choose between a morning or an afternoon adventure.

This is a premier guide service, and the captain provides quality equipment and bottled water. We welcome vets, handicapped anglers, ladies, couples, and especially kids.

Fellsmere Lake Charters looks forward to fishing with you!

Bass Fishing Central Florida
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Bass Fishing Central Florida
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4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

5.0
84 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (187)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

Reviews (84)

  • William Click
    William Click
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day Fishing with Captain Bill!

    6 Hour Trip on April 27, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had a great day of fishing on Headwaters with Captain Bill, boating over 40 bass! We threw some topwater lures a few places with no takers, but the fish loved the shiners. Jazz got his personal best and I came close. This is also a lovely place for bird and gator watching without any highway or construction noise.

  • Todd Sheppard
    Todd Sheppard
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time on the water

    6 Hour Trip on March 23, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Me and my 11 year old son had a blast catching fish with Captian Justin as our guide. I am glad we opted to go with live bait/ shiners as that brought in the most fish but we did get a few on artificial baits as well. 6 hours trip, almost 20 bass, I lost count. No fish over 4 pounds, but thats kind of how it goes some days. If your thinking of doing this, definitely go for 6 hours. 4 hours went by so fast and I was glad we got the extra time.

  • Champ Farrar
    Champ Farrar
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip! Lots of Bass! Entertaining Captain!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 15, 2026 • 2 adults

    Fished with Captain Chris Novak and we put a pretty good hurtin on em’. We probably caught around 25 total (lost count), the biggest just shy of 5 lbs. Chris kept entertained and on our toes with his funny and whitty sense of humor. He was also very flexible and allowed us to fish with live bait and use artificials. My father-in-law and I are excited to go book the trip again next time I’m in town or next time he has family come to visit.

  • Harry Hausmanis
    Harry Hausmanis
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Last and best minute decision!!!

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 16, 2026 • 3 adults

    We had our grandson in town and he wanted to go fishing. It was a last minute decision and it was fantastic. The Captain was highly knowledgeable and engaging, and very patient with me!! I learned so much. Thank you again Margie Hausmanis

  • Kevin Przybylowski
    Kevin Przybylowski
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2025
    8 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great 48!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 26, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    My ten year old and I went out with Captain Bill and had intense action for 4 straight hours. 48 in the boat. Several doubles and even a triple. Captain Bill knows where to find then and knows how to get us on them.

  • Travis Hendricksen
    Travis Hendricksen
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!

    6 Hour Trip on February 8, 2026 • 3 adults

    We had a great time and caught some nice fish!

  • Matt Hammersmith
    Matt Hammersmith
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip. Windy and cold

    6 Hour Trip on March 11, 2025 • 2 adults

    We had an awesome trip with Capt. Mike. We caught fish starting with the very first cast. Captain Mike found a spot that kept us out of the cold wind and produced close to 40 fish in 4 hours including a spawned out 8 lb 4 oz giant for my son's new PB not to mention the multiple 3 to 6 LB footballs we caught. It was a trip we started with low expectations and produced one of the most memorable fishing experiences we've had. We could see the other fisherman moving and looking for fish the whole morning and we only move 10 yards in the 4 hour trip. The equipment and bait was top notch as well as the service.

  • Patrick Marcum
    Patrick Marcum
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Ready For Take Off

    6 Hour Trip on August 27, 2025 • 2 adults

    We had an absolute blast out with Captain Bill!! We got out on the water in the early a.m and the water was like glass on the ride out to the first stop. We fished top-water to start and it wasnt long before a hook up and catch! We fished live bait as well and the action was impeccable. The action was on all day. We caught well over 30 fun fighting fish throughout the day and couldn't have asked for a better captain for the day. Thank you, Captain Bill. And as a bonus on the day, among others, after the boat was launched we got to see a rocket launch. That was pretty cool.

  • Timothy Munson
    Timothy Munson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect Day On The Lake

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on April 28, 2025 • 2 adults

    Upon arrival, our captain was waiting for us, as he had the boat prepared and ready for us to step on. He was well prepared with fishing equipment and live bait. After a 15 minute boat ride, we anchored in the water, and on the first cast, a fish was caught. After spending four hours fishing, we caught 47 widemouth bass. I highly recommend Captain Cody. It was very obvious. Cody knew the water and knew what he was doing. He was very professional kind and courteous. Thank you, Cody for a wonderful Fishing experience.

  • Kris Boggs
    Kris Boggs
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified

    Headwaters

    6 Hour Trip on June 23, 2025 • 2 adults

    My son and I have attempted to fish Headwaters about 4 times while visiting family in the area. While the lake is beautiful we leave frustrated not catching much of anything. This time we decided to book and guide to see what we were missing. Captain Bill Goudy did a great job showing us around and putting us on the fish. We caught a ton of good fish in shiners and spent the rest of the day in artificial. We found that we didn’t see 3/4 of the lake when we came before. Overall great experience!!

Rating

5.0
84 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (187)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (84)

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William Click
William Click
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Day Fishing with Captain Bill!
6 Hour Trip on April 27, 2026 • 2 adults

We had a great day of fishing on Headwaters with Captain Bill, boating over 40 bass! We threw some topwater lures a few places with no takers, but the fish loved the shiners. Jazz got his personal best and I came close. This is also a lovely place for bird and gator watching without any highway or construction noise.

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Bass Fishing Central Florida
Response from Captain

Thank you, Bill. I'm glad you guys had fun. I appreciate you coming out and look forward to fishing with you again.

Todd Sheppard
Todd Sheppard
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great time on the water
6 Hour Trip on March 23, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

Me and my 11 year old son had a blast catching fish with Captian Justin as our guide. I am glad we opted to go with live bait/ shiners as that brought in the most fish but we did get a few on artificial baits as well. 6 hours trip, almost 20 bass, I lost count. No fish over 4 pounds, but thats kind of how it goes some days. If your thinking of doing this, definitely go for 6 hours. 4 hours went by so fast and I was glad we got the extra time.

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Bass Fishing Central Florida
Response from Captain

Thank you for the great feedback Todd! I love sharing what Central Florida bass fishing has to offer, and I’m glad you had such a positive experience. Hope to see you again!

Champ Farrar
Champ Farrar
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Trip! Lots of Bass! Entertaining Captain!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 15, 2026 • 2 adults

Fished with Captain Chris Novak and we put a pretty good hurtin on em’. We probably caught around 25 total (lost count), the biggest just shy of 5 lbs. Chris kept entertained and on our toes with his funny and whitty sense of humor. He was also very flexible and allowed us to fish with live bait and use artificials. My father-in-law and I are excited to go book the trip again next time I’m in town or next time he has family come to visit.

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Bass Fishing Central Florida
Response from Captain

I truly appreciate the review Champ! It’s always a great day when we’re out bass fishing in Central Florida, and I’m glad you had a fun and successful trip. Come back anytime!

Harry Hausmanis
Harry Hausmanis
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Last and best minute decision!!!
4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 16, 2026 • 3 adults

We had our grandson in town and he wanted to go fishing. It was a last minute decision and it was fantastic. The Captain was highly knowledgeable and engaging, and very patient with me!! I learned so much. Thank you again Margie Hausmanis

Bass Fishing Central Florida
Response from Captain

Harry, what a pleasure it was to fish with you. Thank you so much for leaving this review and I look forward to fishing with you again soon!

Kevin Przybylowski
Kevin Przybylowski
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2025
8 trips
5.0
Verified
Great 48!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 26, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

My ten year old and I went out with Captain Bill and had intense action for 4 straight hours. 48 in the boat. Several doubles and even a triple. Captain Bill knows where to find then and knows how to get us on them.

Bass Fishing Central Florida
Response from Captain

Wonderful day on the water with you Kevin! Thank you so much for leaving this 5-star review!

FAQs about Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir

Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Ice and Bottled Water will be provided. Feel free to bring any additional beverages along with you. Alcohol is permitted. Drink responsibly.)
Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Crappie

Your captain

Bass Fishing Central Florida
Bass Fishing Central Florida
Fellsmere, Florida, United States
6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
190 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2020
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!
Bass Fishing Central Florida
Bass Fishing Central Florida
Fully verified
6
reports
190
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
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!

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Crappie
Crappie
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Crappie
Crappie

Real catches by this captain

  • Great 48!
    Kevin P.
    Kevin P.
  • August fishing trip
    Charles F.
    Charles F.
  • Last and best minute decision!!!
    Harry H.
    Harry H.
  • Great Day Fishing with Captain Bill!
    William C.
    William C.
  • Great time on the water
    Todd S.
    Todd S.
  • Great Trip! Lots of Bass! Entertaining Captain!
    Champ F.
    Champ F.
  • Great Trip!
    Travis H.
    Travis H.
  • Charter on Headwater lake
    James J.
    James J.
  • September fishing trip
    Gregory L.
    Gregory L.
  • Ready For Take Off
    Patrick M.
    Patrick M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Ranger
Boat type
Bass boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 175HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
Ice and Bottled Water will be provided. Feel free to bring any additional beverages along with you. Alcohol is permitted. Drink responsibly.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
All ages are welcome on our fishing trips. All safety gear will be provided. We can discuss specifics over phone after trip is booked.
Catch and release mandatory
Headwaters Lake is strictly catch and release for largemouth bass.
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express

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