Lake Altamaha facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Lake Altamaha
Lake Altamaha Location in Florida
Location	Polk County, Florida
Coordinates	27°53′28″N 81°35′56″W / 27.8910°N 81.5988°W / 27.8910; -81.5988
Type	natural freshwater lake
Basin countries	United States
Max. length	855 feet (261 m)
Max. width	540 feet (160 m)
Surface area	8.82 acres (4 ha)
Average depth	10.6 feet (3.2 m)
Max. depth	22.1 feet (6.7 m)
Surface elevation	115 feet (35 m)
Settlements	Lake Wales, Florida

Lake Altamaha is on the south side of Lake Wales, Florida, just east of Highway US 27. To the east is Miami Street and citrus groves. To the south is a motel and to the north is another motel and an abandoned restaurant. Across US 27 is Lake Wales Cemetery.

There is no public swimming beach or boat ramp on this lake's shore. However, the public can gain access both along Miami Street and US 27. The Hook and Bullet website says Lake Altamaha contains blue catfish, bullhead and gar.