Lake Effie facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lake Effie |
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 Lake Effie
Location in Florida
Lake Effie
Location in the United States
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| Location | west side of Lake Wales, Florida, in Polk County, Florida |
| Coordinates | 27°54′31″N 81°36′27″W / 27.9086°N 81.6076°W |
| Type | natural freshwater lake |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Max. length | 3,045 ft (928 m) |
| Max. width | 1,995 ft (608 m) |
| Surface area | 105 acres (42 ha) |
| Average depth | 3.5 ft (1 m) |
| Max. depth | 34 ft (10 m) |
| Surface elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
Lake Effie is a natural freshwater lake located in Polk County, Florida. It sits just west of US 27 highway, on the edge of the city of Lake Wales, Florida. This lake has a unique, uneven shape and covers about 105 acres (42 hectares).
Exploring Lake Effie
Lake Effie is known for its interesting shape. On its western side, you'll find a part of the lake that is mostly a swampy area. This is called a "cove," which is a small, sheltered bay or inlet.
What's Around the Lake?
On the eastern side of Lake Effie, you can find the Florida's Natural Growers Visitor's Center. This center is also known as the Grove House. Florida's Natural Growers is a company that processes citrus fruits. Their large processing plant is located just east of the Grove House, across US 27.
Activities at Lake Effie
While Lake Effie is a beautiful natural spot, it does not have public areas for swimming or boating. This means you cannot go for a swim or launch a boat directly from its shores.
However, there are parts of the lake's shore that are open to the public for fishing. If you enjoy fishing, Lake Effie is a place where you can cast your line. According to the Hook and Bullet website, some of the fish you might find here include bullhead, blue catfish, and bowfin.
