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Lake Okeechobee and More Things to Do
Sunny skies and smooth, blue water! In addition to the largemouth bass, crappie, and blue gills commonly caught here, Lake Okeechobee is close to other great attractions, like deep sea fishing in West Palm Beach, four nearby golf courses, and…
Bass Fishing Tournaments
Do you have what it takes to outwit those wily fish? Check the Tournament Calendar and register to compete.
Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail
The 100 ft x 109 mile long dike surrounding Lake Okeechobee is a well-maintained paved pathway along the majority of the perimeter. Perfect for hiking and biking, it is wide enough to accommodate vehicles.
Fort Drum Crystal Mine
Take home a crystal! Ruck’s Pit, in Fort Drum, is the site of a former mining operation for the fossilized shell rock commonly used in Florida’s roadbeds. But long ago, the owners discovered something special – fossilized clams the size of your hand, filled with honey-colored calcite crystals. A unique treasure!
Big O Flea Market
Plenty of vendors, a pack-rat’s delight! Plus great BBQ & Mexican food. Lots of diversity & variety at The Big O. If you like something today, buy it today. It will be gone tomorrow.
Seminole Brighton Casino
Central Florida’s #1 Gaming Destination! Seminole Casino Brighton is a 27,000-square-foot casino with over 400 slot and gaming machines, high-stake bingo action, table games, and Josiah, a full service restaurant and lounge. Its warm and friendly staff, ultra-modern air-conditioning system, clean atmosphere, and rewarding casino promotions are a welcome alternative to big city gaming.
Visitors LOVE Lake Okeechobee
Lake Okeechobee is loaded with some of the biggest and best bass in the U.S. I still have not caught a bass 10lbs or bigger yet, but plenty in the 5lb-6lbs range. But i have confidence if I continue fishing, I will.
Visitors LOVE Lake Okeechobee
This huge lake of grass is the water system not just for recreational opportunities, but for water supply for much of south Florida. The water is shallow and there were lots of examples of wild life – fish jumping, snakes sunning themselves, and many types of birds. There is a bike/walking trail, boat ramps, plenty of parking, picnic areas, and various piers to people-watch and watch the environment.
Visitors LOVE Lake Okeechobee
This is a special place and makes such a change from the tourist commercialism of the east and west coasts. The lake is huge, peaceful and beautiful and hosts a great range of wildlife. Okeechobee has a pier which is a great viewing spot. We went out both evening and early morning and saw a large alligator, a huge copperhead snake and a variety of birds including cranes, a spoonbill, limpkins, swamp hens, sanderlings, hawks & kites.