1st time at Farles Lake. Fishing in the Ocala National Forest.

When the bite gets tough or nonexistent during these dog days of summer, I use it as an opportunity to go explore new bodies of water. Today I ended up in Ocala and happened to get around some small schooling bass feeding on small bait. As luck would have it, I left the ramp with some 3" swimbaits and putting them on a little underspin head mimicked the little shad they were eating. I actually managed to catch several fish which always feels like an accomplishment this time of year.

[@thomasduke7953]

I love ocala National forest. Biggest fish I ever caught (27’’ 9lb 11oz bass) was caught in this tiny ‘lake’ in ocala National forest. It’s called Doe Lake. I was out there teaching kids how to catch bluegill and just decided to put one on a circle hook and caught a monster. Love the scenery and great switch up from fishing in orlando city spots

[@TheFishingNomad]

Beautiful lake. Love the natural scenery.

[@anarchyfishing476]

It's a good spot. Also, there are a few other lakes right there in that area.

[@jefftammy9606]

How deep is the lake?

[@anarchyfishing476]

I didn't explore the entire lake this day, but it seemed like deeper parts where I fished probably in the 10-15 foot range. More of a longer slender lake, so I imagine 20 feet would be the deepest spot depending on rainfall. Just a guess, but pretty standard for a smaller Florida lake.