Lake Okeechobee
Florida · Palm Beach
- 339,989 acres mapped (USGS NHD)
- 439.3 km shoreline
- County: Palm Beach
- Shoreline outline: USGS NHD
The pin marks the middle of the water, for directions. The shoreline on the map comes from USGS NHD.
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Overview
Lake Okeechobee is Florida's largest lake and the second largest body of fresh water in the contiguous United States, covering about 730 square miles with an average depth of only about nine feet.
Fishing
The lake is known for its largemouth bass and black crappie (speckled perch) fisheries, set in an extensive marsh system. Sunfish and catfish are also targeted.
Regulations
Special crappie rules apply on Lake Okeechobee. Check FWC special bag and length limits before you fish: https://myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/regulations/special/
Water facts
Major natural tributaries are Fisheating Creek, Taylor Creek and the Kissimmee River. Shoreline is about 135 miles.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
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