The Top 7 Lakes in Okeechobee County
Looking to visit the best lakes in Okeechobee County? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Okeechobee County’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 20, 2025
Lake Okeechobee Observation Deck and Pavilion
Highlight • Viewpoint
This observation deck and pavilion in Lake Okeechobee Park, just outside of the town of Okeechobee, provides fantastic views over the lake. The name "Okeechobee" comes from two Hitchiti words: …
Tip by
Herbert Hoover Dike & Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Hike along the Herbert Hoover Dike, a 143-mile earthen dam going around Lake Okeechobee and out to the Kissimmee-Okeechobee-Everglades system. The Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail (LOST) circles Lake Okeechobee, spanning …
Tip by
Sign up now to discover places like this
Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.
Sign up for free
Lakeside Ranch STA
Highlight • Natural
Lakeside Ranch Stormwater Treatment Area significantly aids in restoring the Lake Okeechobee watershed by enhancing water quality. Spanning 2,700 acres, it treats stormwater runoff from the Taylor Creek and Nubbin …
Tip by
Okeechobee
Highlight • Settlement
Okeechobee is a small town on the shore of a big lake. In fact the name Okeechobee comes from two Seminole words "Oki" meaning big and "Chubi" meaning water. Though …
Tip by
Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park
Highlight • Natural
Hiking through the state park, you might assume: you will hike along a lot of prairie. There are some very small palm forests, but most of the time, the trail …
Tip by
Nubbin Slough Trailhead and Boat Launch
Highlight • Rest Area
Nubbin Slough Trailhead and Boat Launch is a great place to park and begin an adventure, whether it's dropping your boat and getting out on Lake Okeechobee, taking a hike …
Tip by
Gum Slough
Highlight • Natural
This is a picturesque slough with several pools on both sides of the trail. Look closely and you might see some gators between the leaves. There is also a huge gator at the last pool to the left.
Tip by
Most popular routes in Okeechobee County
Most popular attractions in Okeechobee County
Get inspired with the komoot mobile app
With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures around London and beyond.
Explore more
Still not found your perfect lake in Okeechobee County? Check out the guides of these regions to see even more beautiful places.
Orange CountyLake CountyOsceola CountyLee CountyPolk CountyPalm Beach CountyPinellas CountyMiami-Dade CountyMarion CountyDuval CountyNational Forests In FloridaBroward CountyCollier CountyCitrus CountyVolusia CountyWalton CountySarasota CountySt. Lucie CountyHillsborough CountyAlachua CountyPasco County
Get ready to conquer new peaks
Sign up for Free