Posted in Florida June 16, 2017 by Victoria W

The Underrated Florida Lake That’s Perfect For A Summer Day

Sure, it gets hot around here in the summertime, but you can’t spend the entire summer watching Netflix. Sometimes you just have to suck it up because the great outdoors are calling your name. This lake in Florida hosts so many fun activities you won’t regret leaving the A/C behind and venturing outdoors.

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One of the best places to enjoy beautiful Lake Kissimme is at Lake Kissimmee State Park, located at 14248 Camp Mack Rd. Lake Wales , FL 33898.

Not only is this area known for world-class fishing, it holds historic significance as an 1870s cow camp. Living history demonstrations are given to share some history of Florida's cowboys.

The lake is perfect for fishing, boating, canoeing, and kayaking, but there are plenty of on-land activities surrounding the lake as well.

Biking and hiking the nature trails are a great way to get in some wildlife viewing, which can include appearances by bald eagles, deer, bobcats, sandhill cranes, and much more.

If walking in the heat is too difficult, you can book a Segway tour from Back Trail Adventures. The park also has a lovely shaded campground and has been acknowledged as one of the best places in Florida for stargazing.

There are plenty of other awesome places to spend a weekend on Lake Kissimmee, too, including fish camps like Camp Mack’s River Resort and Grape Hammock Fish Camp, both in Lake Wales. Check them out if you have an avid fisherman in the family.

Have you ever spent the day at Lake Kissimmee? Beyond the beaches and theme parks, what’s your favorite destination in Florida?