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                           THE HARRIS CHAIN OF LAKES

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 If you were to ask me where the top destination for bass
fishing in Florida is I would have to consider the Harris
Chain of Lakes pretty high on my list.
The Harris Chain of
Lakes is a waterway system that leads north to the
Atlantic Ocean, through the Ocklawaha River and the St.
John's River.  It's made up of Lake Harris, Little Lake Harris,
Lake Dora, Lake Eustis, Lake Griffin and Lake Beauclair,
and includes links by the Dora Canal, the Dead River and
Haines Creek.


  A regular stop for the Bassmaster tour in the early 70's
and 80's the Harris chain was a favorite among touring
pros because of it's ability to produce trophy bass.

  The Harris chain peaked in the late 80's when Submergent
vegetation in the form of Hydrilla could be found throughout
the chain. At the time the Harris chain was considered to be
the number 1 trophy bass fishing destination. Aggressive
weed control and stable water levels hurt the chain for about
10 years but the last 7 years have been excellent as can be
seen from the past two Bassmaster tournaments.Trophy bass
were abound as the Pros caught multiple bass in the 11 lb
range.

  Local tournaments are proving just how well the chain is
doing with top weights for 5 bass limits being in the 17 -
19lb range.

  Techniques for the Harris Chain of Lakes can range from
flipping visible shoreline vegetation to carolina rigging
main lake ledges. Rattle traps, crankbaits, texas rigged
worms and topwater buzzbaits are also effective techniques.

  Although live bait can be used on this chain I prefer using
arificial lures. Techniques for using live bait are typically
trolling shiners through the various canals that are on the
chain. But because of the numerous ledges, brushpiles and
shoreline vegetation the use of artificial lures can be much
more rewarding as well as challenging.

  Only a short drive from Disney World The Harris Chain of
Lakes is definitely worth making part of your Florida fishing
vacation.

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