Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Okeechobee fishing report for March 16, 2025. Sunrise today was at 7:31 AM and sunset will be at 7:32 PM. Weather's looking mighty fine with partly cloudy skies, highs around 83°F and a light breeze from the southeast at 5-10 mph. Perfect conditions for a day out on the Big O!

Now, onto the fishing. Bass activity has been hot lately, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. Anglers have been reporting solid catches of largemouth in the 3-5 pound range, with a few lunkers pushing 8-9 pounds. The spawn is winding down, but there are still some big females hanging around the beds.

Crappie fishing has also been productive, with limits being caught by those targeting them. Some nice bluegill and shellcracker are mixed in as well.

For lures, topwater action has been strong early with buzzbaits and walking baits. As the sun gets up, switch to soft plastics like worms and creature baits. Swimbaits and spinnerbaits have also been producing when fished around vegetation edges. For live bait, wild shiners are always a good bet for big bass.

A couple hot spots to check out: The Monkey Box on the west side has been firing lately, and the North Shore area near the Kissimmee River is holding some good fish. Don't overlook the canals either - they've been producing some quality bass for those willing to put in the time.

Remember, the lake level is sitting at about 13.5 feet, so be careful navigating some of the shallower areas. Tight lines, y'all!