Lake Okeechobee Fishing Report 12/3/2025: Topwater & Crappie Bite On Fire

Hey there, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Wednesday morning fishing report for Lake Okeechobee, December 3rd, 2025.

Water conditions are looking pretty good out there. We're sitting just over the 14-foot mark on lake level, which is solid for this time of year. The wind is light this morning at around 5 to 10 knots out of the northwest, with lake waters showing just a light chop. Sunrise was early this morning, and we've got a good solid day ahead of us before sunset rolls around later this afternoon.

Now, here's what's been happening on the Big O lately. The bass and crappie spawn is in full swing right now, and folks have been having some seriously active fishing. We're talking quality-sized bass and crappie limits being caught regularly. The topwater bite has been absolutely firing, and cranking jigs is producing great results too. If you're targeting bass, the hot plastic colors right now are redbug, white, crawdad, Junebug, and black-blue combinations. For crappie, you'll want to focus on chartreuse, pink hues, orange, and white lures.

The best recent action has been concentrated around the Kissimmee River area, Tin House, Dyess Ditch, parts of Kings Bar, and Observation Shoal. These spots have been consistent producers. If you prefer live bait, minnows are working great for crappie, but honestly, jigging has become super popular and it's a blast—you can pick it up in just five minutes and that first thump bite will have you hooked for sure.

As for current conditions, we've got a First Quarter Moon phase working in our favor, with major bite times hitting around 5:36 to 7:36 in the morning and again from 5:56 to 7:56 in the evening. That's prime time to get out there.

I'd recommend hitting Captain Bills Fish Camp Marina area or pushing out toward Eagle Bay to start your day. Both are solid launching points with plenty of structure and activity.

Remember to check those local fishing regulations before you head out, and if you're planning a trip, now is absolutely the time to book it. The fishing has been fantastic.

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