Florida Lakes by Region
Florida : Cross Florida (13)
- Bream Lake
- Lake Kerr
- Cowpen Lake
- Lake McMeekin
- Crescent Lake
- Lake Rousseau
- Gillis Pond
- Lake Weir
- Island Lake
- Little Orange Lake
- Lake Como
- Star Lake-Putnam County
- Lake George
Florida : East Central (18)
- Alligator Lake
- Lake Dora
- Blue Cypress Lake
- Lake George
- Cypress Lake
- Lake Harris
- East Lake Tohopekaliga
- Lake Hatchineha
- Johns Lake
- Lake Jesup
- Lake Apopka
- Lake Kissimmee
- Lake Berkley
- Lake Tohopekaliga
- Lake Buena Vista
- Lake Wales Ridge and Crooked Lake
- Lake Davenport
- Lake Washington
Florida : North (15)
- Crescent Lake
- Lake Geneva
- Deer Springs Lake
- Lake Jeffords
- Doctors Lake
- Lake Lochloosa
- Guana Lake
- Little Orange Lake
- Hampton Lake
- Newnans Lake
- Holden Pond
- Orange Lake
- Hutchinson Lake
- Santa Fe Lake
- Lake Crosby
Florida : Panhandle East (5)
Florida : Panhandle West (5)
Florida : South (9)
- Deep Lake
- Lake Placid
- Lake Huntley
- Lake Sebring
- Lake Istokpoga
- Lake Trafford
- Lake June in Winter
- Lake Wales Ridge and Crooked Lake
- Lake Okeechobee
Florida : West Central (15)
Florida Lakes and Reservoirs
Florida Lakes A-Z
- Alligator Lake
- Lake Apopka
- Lake Otis
- Blue Cypress Lake
- Lake Berkley
- Lake Placid
- Bream Lake
- Lake Buena Vista
- Lake Rosalie
- Compass Lake
- Lake Cannon
- Lake Rousseau
- Cowpen Lake
- Lake Como
- Lake Sebring
- Crescent Lake
- Lake Crosby
- Lake Seminole
- Cypress Lake
- Lake Davenport
- Lake Talquin
- Deep Lake
- Lake Deeson
- Lake Tarpon
- Deer Point Lake
- Lake Dora
- Lake Tohopekaliga
- Deer Springs Lake
- Lake Eloise
- Lake Trafford
- Doctors Lake
- Lake Geneva
- Lake Wales Ridge and Crooked Lake
- Draper Lake
- Lake George
- Lake Washington
- Dunford Lake
- Lake Harris
- Lake Weir
- East Lake Tohopekaliga
- Lake Hatchineha
- Lake Weohyakapka
- Eastern Lake
- Lake Huntley
- Little Orange Lake
- Gillis Pond
- Lake Iamonia
- Miromar Lakes
- Glisson Pond
- Lake Istokpoga
- Newnans Lake
- Guana Lake
- Lake Jeffords
- Orange Lake
- Hampton Lake
- Lake Jesup
- Santa Fe Lake
- Holden Pond
- Lake June in Winter
- Saxon Lake
- Hutchinson Lake
- Lake Kerr
- Star Lake-Putnam County
- Island Lake
- Lake Kissimmee
- Western Lake
- Johns Lake
- Lake Lochloosa
- Winter Haven Chain of Lakes
- Lake Alice
- Lake McMeekin
- Lake Annie
- Lake Okeechobee
Lakes in FL
| Lake Name | Lake Summary |
|---|---|
| Alligator Lake |
Sometimes referred to as the "Headwaters of the Everglades," Alligator Lake in East Osceola County is part a chain of lakes in south-central Florida. ... |
| Blue Cypress Lake |
Also known as: Lake Blue Cypress Blue Cypress Lake, located on the Treasure Coast of Florida about 20 miles west of Vero Beach, covers 6,555 prime central Florida acres. Perfectly situated ... |
| Bream Lake |
It is early morning. Dawn is just a promise on the horizon when he loads his gear into the boat. Even north central Florida is cool this early in the ... |
| Compass Lake |
Often overlooked as a Florida vacation destination, crystal-clear Compass Lake in the Panhandle-West region is far removed from the hectic recreational ... |
| Cowpen Lake |
Many pockets and sinkholes dot the landscape of central Florida. Cowpen Lake is one of the scores of small lakes and marshes of Florida's natural treasures. ... |
| Crescent Lake |
Also known as: Lake CrescentCrescent Lake, straddling Putnam and Flagler Counties in northeastern Florida, lazes out over an imposing 15,960 acres. Known for its clean water and ... |
| Cypress Lake |
Also known as: Lake Cypress Cypress Lake, a 4097 acre expanse in Osceola County, is a prime vacation destination in central Florida. Cypress Lake is part of a chain of lakes known ... |
| Deep Lake |
Fish and other water-loving animals glide just beneath the surface of water that plunges 98 feet deep. Florida royal palms and patches of cypress trees ... |
| Deer Point Lake | Deer Point Lake is located north of Panama City, off of US 331 and SR-77. Primarily used as a public water source, Deer Point Lake is also used for irrigation ... |
| Deer Springs Lake |
Located in Clay County an hour southwest of Jacksonville, Deer Springs Lake is a small lake amongst 48 other lakes in the county. Known for its large ... |
| Doctors Lake |
Doctors Lake is a 3,500-acre tidal freshwater embayment located on the west side of the St. Johns River in Clay County, Florida, just 37 miles from the ... |
| Draper Lake |
Walton County, Florida, is host to a number of natural attractions that make it a sought-after location for making a home or seeking a long-term vacation ... |
| Dunford Lake |
Also known as: Dunford PondFor the Florida visitor who wants something other than overcrowded beaches and tourist attractions, Dunford Lake may be just the ticket. Small Dunford ... |
| East Lake Tohopekaliga |
Also known as: East Lake Toho East Lake Tohopekaliga, often called East Lake Toho for short, is located in central Florida south of Orlando. Covering a staggering 11,968 Florida acres, ... |
| Eastern Lake |
Eastern Lake, located in Florida's Panhandle East Region, brings back long-buried memories even to those who have never come here before. There's something ... |
| Gillis Pond |
Putnam County Florida, known for it natural beauty and outdoor adventure, has a quiet little getaway called Gillis Pond. As word has spread, more visitors ... |
| Glisson Pond |
For a quiet respite from the busy world, a visit to Glisson Pond near Madison, Florida is recommended. With a location in the deep south where small ... |
| Guana Lake |
Also known as: Lake Ponte VedraOne of Florida's most interesting lakes is Guana Lake. Located between Jacksonville and St Augustine in Florida's North Region, the lake is actually located ... |
| Hampton Lake |
The beautiful cypress lake, known as Hampton Lake, is situated between Gainesville and Jacksonville, Florida. This 822-acre natural spring-fed lake is ... |
| Holden Pond |
Holden Pond is a 51-acre lake southeast of the town of Hawthorne in Alachua County, Florida. Alachua County has numerous small, tucked away lakes and ... |
| Hutchinson Lake |
Two small children burst through the trees and barrel down the beach towards the water, their mother trailing behind them. She reaches the perfect spot ... |
| Island Lake |
Island Lake is a 130-acre spring fed lake in Marion County, Florida. This private lake has no public access, making it a perfect winter or summer retreat ... |
| Johns Lake |
Also known as: John's LakeJohns Lake is a beautiful 2,419-acre lake located halfway between Orlando and Clermont in central Florida. The lake is divided into east (Black Lake) ... |
| Lake Alice |
Once the home of orange groves and week-end fishing cabins, Lake Alice is quickly becoming exclusive property in a growing bedroom community. Located ... |
| Lake Annie |
Located in central Florida, Lake Annie is 90 miles west of the Atlantic's white sand beaches and 90 miles east of the Gulf of Mexico's parks and resorts. ... |
| Lake Apopka |
Sixty years ago Lake Apopka was a world class bass fishery. Fishing camps dotted the shore of the spring-fed central Florida lake in Orange and Lake ... |
| Lake Berkley |
Lake Berkley is the epitome of a Kissimmee-area vacation resort. Located only 10 miles from the Disney World complex, Lake Berkley contains a resort community ... |
| Lake Buena Vista |
Also known as: Black LakeLake Buena Vista is a magical lake in a magical land. This tiny natural lake in Florida's East Central Region has been transformed by Walt Disney World, ... |
| Lake Cannon |
Also known as: Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, Southern ChainIf you use your imagination, Lake Cannon's large and circular shape somewhat resembles a one-dimensional cannonball; however, this is simply coincidental. ... |
| Lake Como |
Truly stunning to look at, Lake Como is a dazzling body of water in Putnam County Florida. It is considered oligotrohpic, meaning that it is unusually ... |
| Lake Crosby |
Lake Crosby is located in the heart of Bradford County, in Florida's North tourism region. It features an average depth of 15 feet, and a consistent water ... |
| Lake Davenport |
Also known as: Old Lake Davenport, North Davenport Lake, Davenport LakeIf you're looking for a Florida lake vacation that's close to the Disney theme parks yet away from the constant hustle around Orlando, Lake Davenport ... |
| Lake Deeson |
After spending decades in the north, raising their children and shoveling snow, they knew they wanted to retire someplace warm -- the question was where. ... |
| Lake Dora |
A perfect lake in a perfect area describes Lake Dora in Florida's Eastern Central Region. The Lake Dora area has been a favorite destination of northern ... |
| Lake Eloise |
Also known as: Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, Southern ChainBald cypress trees dripping with Spanish moss reach out of the water near the shore of Lake Eloise. The cottage dotted shoreline harkens back to a time ... |
| Lake Geneva |
Tucked away in the northeastern Florida, Lake Geneva has over 1,600 acres of clean, clear water to explore. The lake is full of fish with plenty of room ... |
| Lake George |
Lake George is the second largest lake in Florida, second only to Lake Okeechobee. Lake George is also the largest lake on the St. Johns River, about ... |
| Lake Harris |
Lake Harris, located in Lake County, sits atop an enviable central Florida location, only 31 miles from Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios, and ... |
| Lake Hatchineha | Lake Hatchineha, a 6,665-acre expanse in Osceola County, welcomes both tourists and residents to its beautiful central Florida shores. Lake Hatchineha ... |
| Lake Huntley |
They are sipping tea, watching the sun set across beautiful Lake Huntley and counting their emerging lucky stars. They were looking for a place to stay ... |
| Lake Iamonia | Lake Iamonia, a 5,757 acre lake located northeast of Tallahassee, is a shallow lake with an average depth of 5 feet. Shallow depths, in combination with ... |
| Lake Istokpoga |
Lake Istokpoga, located in Highlands County, is Florida's fifth largest lake and stretches out over 27,692 Florida acres. With a maximum length of 10 ... |
| Lake Jeffords |
As he pulls into the driveway a palpable sense of homecoming envelopes him. He was late leaving work in Gainesville, but the commute home was easy. ... |
| Lake Jesup |
At 16,000 acres, Lake Jesup is one of central Florida's largest lakes and, indeed, one of the largest lakes in the state. Though not a swimming lake, ... |
| Lake June in Winter |
Also known as: Lake June, Lake StearnsLake June in Winter, often referred to simply as Lake June, is a 3,504 acre freshwater lake in the Lake Placid area of south-central Florida. Formerly ... |
| Lake Kerr |
Also known as: Kerr LakeCrystal clear, Lake Kerr is one of Florida's sinkhole lakes, formed over time by the erosion of limestone. It is immediately west of the freshwater springs ... |
| Lake Kissimmee |
Lake Kissimmee's massive 34,948 acre area earns the lake a spot as Florida's third largest lake, finishing just behind Lake George and Lake Okeechobee. ... |
| Lake Lochloosa |
Also known as: Lochloosa LakeA single kayaker paddles out of Cross Creek into the mouth of Little Lochloosa Lake. Beautiful 5,700-acre Lochlossa Lake stretches in front of him with ... |
| Lake McMeekin |
Also known as: McMeekin Lake, Big Lake McMeekin, Little Lake McMeekinLocated in the Cross Florida region, spring-fed Lake McMeekin (also called McMeekin Lake) is actually two lakes- Big Lake McMeekin at 200 acres and Little ... |
| Lake Okeechobee |
With over 451,000 blue, watery acres, Lake Okeechobee is a lake with many titles. It is, by surface acreage, the largest lake in Florida. It also holds ... |
| Lake Otis |
There's something special about Lake Otis. Florida's West Central Region is wealthy in lakes. Winter Haven in Polk County sits in the middle of a huge ... |
| Lake Placid |
Lake Placid is a large sandy-bottom, freshwater lake located in south central Florida. The lake is ideally located between the Gulf and Atlantic Coasts ... |
| Lake Rosalie |
Snowbird paradise. That describes Lake Rosalie in southern Polk County. This area in West Central Florida is the kind of place the northern transplant ... |
| Lake Rousseau |
He guides his boat carefully over the submerged cypress stumps; it's just barely light and he doesn't want to risk hitting anything. The sunken timber ... |
| Lake Sebring |
Also known as: Sebring LakeLake Sebring in Highlands County has been a Florida tourism destination since 1912. Wealthy businessman George Sebring came here from Ohio on a fishing ... |
| Lake Seminole |
Lake Seminole divides its 37,500 watery acres between Georgia and Florida. The lake is conveniently located about 40 miles northwest of Tallahassee, Florida ... |
| Lake Talquin | Lake Talquin, 8,800 acres of sparkling Florida water, is conveniently located just a few miles west of Tallahassee. The Florida Power Corporation created ... |
| Lake Tarpon |
Also known as: Tarpon Lake, formerly Lake ButlerIn the West Central Region of Florida, there is no finer lake than Lake Tarpon. The 2529-acre lake, often called the 'Jewel of Pinellas County' is only ... |
| Lake Tohopekaliga |
Also known as: Lake TohoLake Tohopekaliga is world renowned for its bass fishing and loved for its natural beauty. It is located in Osceola County, Florida, at the headwaters ... |
| Lake Trafford |
Lake Trafford, a 1500-acre lake in Florida's southwest region, is an example of ecological revitalization; its demise was arrested and reversed in just ... |
| Lake Wales Ridge and Crooked Lake |
Also known as: Lake CaloosaRemnants of desert sea islands 2.3 million years old host the hundreds of lakes along Florida's Lake Wales Ridge. This large area encompasses a broad ... |
| Lake Washington |
Even in a state with thousands of lakes, Lake Washington stands out. This lake, one of three large lakes along the Saint Johns River Upper Basin, is one ... |
| Lake Weir |
Sprawling live oaks dripping with Spanish moss next to beautiful white sand beaches combine with exceptional fishing to make Lake Weir an enchanting Marion ... |
| Lake Weohyakapka |
Also known as: Lake Walk-in-WaterIn Polk County Florida lies a lake shrouded in a little bit of secrecy, known as Lake Weohyakapka. It is a quiet lake -- though getting more and more ... |
| Little Orange Lake |
North central Florida is blessed with a number of pristine lakes. Within a ten-mile radius of the city of Hawthorne, there are approximately 380 bodies ... |
| Miromar Lakes |
Also known as: Lake Maggiore, Lake ComoOnly at Miromar Lakes can you enjoy Florida's white sand beaches, topaz blue water, luxury villas, spa-like amenities and be sitting on a lake shore. ... |
| Newnans Lake |
Also known as: Newnan's Lake, Lake NewnanAn alligator slips silently into the water as cormorants look on from their perches in the bald cypress trees that ring Newnans Lake. With the Spanish ... |
| Orange Lake |
Both wading birds and airboats are at home amongst the mats of floating aquatic plants on beautiful Orange Lake in Alachua County, Florida. With its abundant ... |
| Santa Fe Lake |
Also known as: Lake Santa FeSanta Fe Lake, also known as Lake Santa Fe, is a sparkling 5,850-acre expanse that lies in northeastern Alachua County, Florida. Actually divided into ... |
| Saxon Lake |
Also known as: Lake SaxonSaxon Lake is the go-to spot for water skiing in Florida. Although Land O Lakes in Pascoe County holds over a hundred lakes, most are small - too small ... |
| Star Lake-Putnam County |
Star Lake is a 234-acre spring-fed lake in the rural southwest corner of Putnam County, Florida. The spring is stable, so Star Lake has not been affected ... |
| Western Lake |
Western Lake is an unusual lake. Located in the Florida Panhandle East Region, Western Lake is one of Florida's coastal dune lakes. Found in only a few ... |
| Winter Haven Chain of Lakes |
The Winter Haven Chain of Lakes is a very special place. These natural, spring-fed lakes in Florida's West Central region have delighted residents and ... |







