Lake Okeechobee is Florida's largest freshwater lake, ranked as the second-largest freshwater lake in the contiguous United States.
The lake, which is commonly referred to as Florida's Inland Sea, is contained by the 1928 Herbert Hoover Dike and is located along the gorgeous 152-mile Okeechobee Waterway.
Visitors looking for delightful outdoor recreational experiences can vacation at nearby town Clewiston, located on the lake's southern shores, and enjoy excellent opportunities for speckled perch and largemouth bass fishing throughout the year.
A number of hiking trails also surround the lake, which offers overnight camping experiences directly on the Kissimmee River.
The region's fishing and farming heritage are celebrated each year during the Speckled Perch Festival and the Okeechobee Cattlemen's Rodeo.