Like other trophy bass fishing destinations in Texas, Lake Fork got its start with the stocking of Florida-strain largemouth in the 1980s.

The Sunshine State can feel hectic at the best of times, but you'll find nothing but tranquility (and fishing) at this gorgeously undeveloped Florida lake.

This lake between Ocala/Gainesville is home to thousands of alligators and attracts many visitors for recreational and sport wildlife activities.

Learn the top 3 lake trout fishing techniques — vertical jigging, trolling, and casting — and discover the best lures for each method to land trophy-sized fish.