Fishing Destin Guide©
Lake Stanley, Defuniak Springs
A local's guide to fishing around Destin and the Florida Panhandle
Lake Stanley, Defuniak Springs
A local's guide to fishing around Destin and the Florida Panhandle
Known as the "luckiest fishing village", Destin is the home to some of the best saltwater fishing in the United States. The 100 Fathom (600' depth) Curve of the Gulf of Mexico draws closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida. This, along with Destin's close proximity to the East Pass and the Gulf of Mexico, allows quick access to the Gulf of Mexico's fishing bounty. The purpose of this site is to acquaint a new fisherman to the Destin area - our local facilities, fish, waters and fishing methods. Tight lines and good fishing! |
Fishing Lake Stanley |
This web site is updated as I have time from other things going on. As there are a 1000 + different ways to do things, this is only my way of fishing, nothing else, and it is not the last word in fishing the area. I am by no means an expert but if you would like my opinion on something related to fishing the area, please email me at FishingDestinGuide@cox.net. It may take a few days before I get to it, so be patient. Thanks..... © Copyright 2014 Fishing Destin Guide All rights reserved |
Lake Stanley, Defuniak Springs Description & location: Lake Stanley is an approximately 100 acre lake located about 50 miles northeast of Destin in the city of Defuniak Springs. It will take you around an hour to drive there. Its address is: 271 Shoemaker Drive DeFuniak Springs, Florida 32433 GPS: N 30 44.`150 W 86 08.344 (Ramp) Access to the lake is from the Lake Stanley city park run by the city of Defuniak Springs. The park consists of an open swimming area, boat ramp, swing sets, slide, eight covered picnic tables, two un-covered picnic tables, restroom facilities, a fishing pier, and several open areas. Most of the lake is bordered by private homes. By rule of City Council It takes around 1 1/2 hours to drive there from Destin using Hwy 85 and Hwy 4. The headquarters for Blackwater River State Forest is 20 miles north of the town of Milton on State Road 191 in Munson. |
Controlling Agency: The lake and park is run by the City of DeFuniak Springs Parks and Recreation Department. 71 US Highway 90 West Post Office Box 685 DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435 Ph: (850) 892-8500 (850) 951-3312 Fx: (850) 892-8506 Hours Monday - Friday |
Rules & Regulations: In addition to the Florida Freshwater Fishing Regulations, the City of Defuniak Springs has added the following: = During the 1st, 3rd, and 5th weekend of every month there is a limit of 10 horse power or less for all boat motors. = During the 2nd and 4th weekend of every month there is no limit for boat motors. |
Fees: There are no fees to use the park or lake. |
Fish species in Lake Stanley: There have been reported catches of largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, black crappie, and Jack fish (Chain Pickerel) |
Nearby Bait & Tackle Stores A & W Bait & Tackle 3841 Sr-83, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433 (850) 892-3030 Baitshack-Puppy 397 S Brett St, Crestview, FL 32539 (850) 398-6805 Copeland's Gun Shop 17290 US Highway 331 S Freeport, FL 32439 (850) 835-4277 BJ's Bait & Feed 19323 US HWY 331S Freeport, FL 32439 850-835-9856 |
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Marinas None |
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| Last Updated: January, 2015 |
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Boat Ramps & Launches: A single lane concrete boat ramp is located in the park. Parking for `10+ vehicles withe trailers. There is a sign in the water marking the end of the concrete ramp. Looks like you can launch a bass boat with no problem. GPS: N 30 44.`150 W 86 08.344 (Ramp) |
Camping: None |
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