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Grassy Lake
Location of Grassy Lake in Florida, USA.
Location of Grassy Lake in Florida, USA.
Grassy Lake
Location in Florida
Location of Grassy Lake in Florida, USA.
Location of Grassy Lake in Florida, USA.
Grassy Lake
Location in the United States
Location south of Lake Placid, Florida
Coordinates 27°15′18″N 81°20′03″W / 27.2550°N 81.3343°W / 27.2550; -81.3343
Lake type natural freshwater lake
Basin countries United States
Max. length 2.23 miles (3.59 km)
Max. width 0.72 miles (1.16 km)
Surface area 529.91 acres (214 ha)
Average depth 11 feet (3.4 m)
Max. depth 23 feet (7.0 m)
Surface elevation 90 feet (27 m)
Islands numerous islands and islets at south end of lake; two islands are wooded

Grassy Lake, sometimes called Lake Grassy, is a beautiful freshwater lake in Florida. It is located just south of the city of Lake Placid, Florida. This lake is long and narrow, covering an area of about 530 acres. That's like more than 400 football fields!

Exploring Grassy Lake's Features

Grassy Lake has some interesting features that make it unique. It is a natural freshwater lake, meaning it formed naturally and is not man-made.

How Big is Grassy Lake?

Grassy Lake is about 2.23 miles (3.59 kilometers) long and 0.72 miles (1.16 kilometers) wide. The lake is not very deep in most places, averaging about 11 feet (3.4 meters). However, its deepest spot goes down to 23 feet (7 meters)! The surface of the lake is about 90 feet (27 meters) above sea level.

Islands in the Lake

If you look at the southern end of Grassy Lake, you'll see many small islands and tiny islets. Some of these islands are even covered with trees! They add a special touch to the lake's scenery.

What's Around Grassy Lake?

Most of the land around Grassy Lake is developed. About 90% of its shoreline is surrounded by homes, mostly single-family houses. This means many people live right next to the lake!

Accessing Grassy Lake

It's a bit tricky to get to Grassy Lake if you don't live nearby. The only public access is along a small part of the southwest shore. This area borders U.S. Route 27, a major highway. There are no public boat ramps or swimming areas for visitors. So, if you want to enjoy the lake, it's mostly for those who live on its shores.

Fish in Grassy Lake

Even though it's a lake, there isn't much information available about the types of fish that live in Grassy Lake. However, many Florida lakes are home to various fish species, so it's likely that fish do live here too!

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