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 Slough basins before it enters the lake. This area is open for hiking, cycling, and wildlife viewing. Visitors can access levees on foot or by bike. Amenities include parking, restrooms, informational kiosks, signage, and picnic shelters along the levee trails, providing a scenic and educational spot for outdoor activities.