Lake Rosalie in southern Polk County in West Central Florida is located along the string of lakes and streams that make up the Kissimmee River water system. The Kissimmee Waterway System is currently being restored to its original meandering route as part of the restauration of the Everglades. The increasing wetlands area now attracts a large variety of animals and birds such as eagles, cranes, ospreys, and egrets. Lake Rosalie has very few campgrounds on its shoreline and a small number of homes, remaining mostly uninhabited and natural. The lake is popular for pontooning, canoeing, kayaking, water skiing, and jet skiing. Swimming is not forbidden but is discouraged - the lake is home to alligators. The lake is full of bass, and a number of bass tournaments are held nearby every year. Map

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