Lake Okeechobee

Us Army Corps of Engineers, Florida.

As lake, waterway and surrounding countryside, Okeechobee shows the many faces of Florida. A canopy of moss-draped live oaks hides clusters of sabal palms. A tangle of water plants marks the boundary where wetland meets lakeshore. A lone alligator suns on a riverbank in a deceptively calm moment. Wild birds take flight in a sudden explosion of motion. Between the muted pastels of dawn and the brilliant display of sunset, Okeechobee is for all who love the outdoors.

Camping and Day Use

  • Ortona South
  • St Lucie South
  • W.P. Franklin N
  • W.P. Franklin South Recreation Area

Nearby Activities

  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Environmental Education
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
  • Other Recreation Concession Site
  • Picnicking
  • Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
  • Water Sports
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

The project office is located approximately 65 miles west of West Palm Beach, and 65 miles east of Fort Myers, FL.
From W. Palm Beach: Take US-98 heading west, which becomes US-441 North. Take 441N to FL-80 West, which becomes US-27 North. US-27 will take you to Clewiston.
From Ft. Myers: Take FL-80 East to US-27 South. Follow US-27 into Clewiston.

Additional Information

  • Indiantown Marina
  • Lake Okeechobee Photo Album
  • Lake Okeechobee Website
  • Facebook

Photo Gallery

  • bright sunrise over the lakesunrise at lake

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