Tenoroc Fish Management Area

Tenoroc Lake is a recreation area known for its great fishing. It is located two miles northeast of Lakeland, Florida, between Tampa and Orlando. It is the gateway site for the Great Florida Birding Trail because of its excellent bird watching opportunities. Lucky birders get to see osprey, eagles, white ibises, egrets, waterfowl, wading birds and raptors. During migration seasons, you will also find songbirds. The area is known as one of the premiere bass fishing spots in the state. The area is home to several lakes that are all filled with fish. The lakes were created from reclaimed phosphate pits. The lakes are divided by types of fishing and include bank fishing, fishing teams and flyfishing. These lacks are packed with fish and people who have limited fishing experience usually get lucky and catch a few. There are bluegill, bass and shellcrackers available. The area offers plenty of other recreation opportunities besides fishing including horseback riding, hiking, paddling and a shooting range. There are just under five and a half miles of trails that are situated in two loops around the area. Most of the trail is open, flat and dry, so inexperienced hikers can enjoy the walk with few challenges.