Okeechobee County · stream · order 6 river · ~865 cfs typical
Kissimmee River
Stocked 9× since 2013 · FWC
Kissimmee River is a stream in Okeechobee County, Florida, stocked with Hybrid Striped Bass — most recently on Jul 1, 2023. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from FWC; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
86°
78°
13 mph
69%
Fri
Overcast
87°
76°
13 mph
31%
Sat
Storms
89°
75°
8 mph
78%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 50,130 | ||
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 50,000 | ||
| — 2020 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 40,310 | ||
| — 2019 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 25,165 | ||
| — 2018 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 49,630 | ||
| — 2017 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 50,938 | 1720/lb | |
| — 2016 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 45,360 | 1120/lb | |
| — 2013 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 13,200 | 500/lb | |
| Jul 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 36,863 | 965/lb | |
When does Kissimmee River get stocked?
Going by 9 records since 2013, stocking here peaks in July.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Lemkin Creek3.3 mi
- Popash Slough3.7 mi
- Taylor Creek5.6 mi
- Nubbin Slough6.5 mi
- Mosquito Creek6.9 mi
- Grogan Lake7.3 mi
- Canal Lake9.1 mi
- Turkey Slough9.9 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official FL regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Kissimmee River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Kissimmee River?+
Kissimmee River is stocked with Hybrid Striped Bass in Okeechobee County, Florida, most recently on Jul 1, 2023 by FWC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Kissimmee River get stocked?+
Going by 9 records since 2013, stocking at Kissimmee River peaks in July. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Kissimmee River?+
Yes — Florida requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Kissimmee River?+
Kissimmee River is a stream in Okeechobee County, Florida. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: FWC · updated Jul 1, 2023 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.