Fishing

If you’re after the big one, or planning a big tournament to give someone else the chance to land it, there’s no better place than in Kissimmee’s sparkling lakes. Home to some of the best freshwater fishing in the South, the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes is acclaimed worldwide for trophy largemouth bass.

Hundreds of bass tournaments, including the Bassmaster Classic, have been held on Kissimmee’s lakes; and some of the world’s most prominent professional anglers have fished here. Local and regional fishing clubs enjoy the fun and challenge of holding tournaments on the Kissimmee Chain just so they can “fish where the pros fish.”

Kissimmee is also the adopted home of the Barramundi, a legendary Australian sport fish. Until recently, North American anglers who hooked one of these ferocious fighters had to travel down under to do it. Now you can do battle with one of these beauties at private ponds right in Kissimmee. Bring your rod and reel or rent one. Then bait your hook, cross your fingers and spend the day fishing in the heart of Florida.

If you’re interested in holding a club or regional fishing tournament on Central Florida waters, Kissimmee is the place. For those attending or participating in tournaments on the Kissimmee Chain there are lodging choices to fit every budget. For some fun off the lake, all of the amazing recreational opportunities the Orlando area has to offer are nearby, including Walt Disney World® Resort, Universal Orlando® Resort, and SeaWorld® Orlando. For more information about all there is to see and do in the Kissimmee area, see VisitKissimmee.com.

For assistance in booking a fishing tournament or event, please call us at 800-831-1844 or click here.