Lake Okeechobee offers a unique experience as Florida's largest freshwater lake and the tenth-largest in the U.S. It spans 730 square miles but is only about 9 feet deep, it’s too vast to see across and is fed primarily by the Kissimmee River. The lake touches Glades, Okeechobee, Martin, Palm Beach, and Hendry counties, all meeting near its center. Historically, the Calusa called it "Mayaimi," meaning "big water." The name "Okeechobee" comes from Hitchiti words for "water" and "big".

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Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail

25.1km

01:10

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An easy 15.6-mile road cycling route on the Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail, offering expansive lake views and wildlife spotting.

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Port Saint Lucie to Lake Okeechobee century loop

160km

06:14

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This difficult 99.2-mile road cycling century loop from Port Saint Lucie to Lake Okeechobee offers flat terrain and expansive views.

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Location: Martin County, Florida, United States

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