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Lake Henry
Location of Lake Henry in Florida, USA.
Location of Lake Henry in Florida, USA.
Lake Henry
Location in Florida
Location of Lake Henry in Florida, USA.
Location of Lake Henry in Florida, USA.
Lake Henry
Location in the United States
Location Highlands County, Florida
Coordinates 27°19′25″N 81°23′01″W / 27.3237°N 81.3837°W / 27.3237; -81.3837
Type natural freshwater lake
Basin countries United States
Max. length 0.56 miles (0.90 km)
Max. width 0.33 miles (0.53 km)
Surface area 64 acres (26 ha)
Surface elevation 72 feet (22 m)

Lake Henry is a natural freshwater lake located in Highlands County, Florida. It's a peaceful spot, perfect for enjoying nature.

Lake Henry is not very big, covering about 64 acres. To give you an idea, that's like 48 football fields! It sits just north of a much larger lake called Lake June in Winter.

About Lake Henry

Lake Henry is surrounded by a mix of homes and natural areas. On its northeast side, you'll find Lake Henry Drive. To the southeast, there's a community called Tomoka Heights. Lake June Road runs along its southwest side, leading to Lake June in Winter.

How Big is Lake Henry?

Lake Henry is about 0.56 miles (0.90 kilometers) long and 0.33 miles (0.53 kilometers) wide. Its surface area is 64 acres (26 hectares). The lake sits at an elevation of about 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level.

Where is Lake Henry?

This beautiful lake is located in the central part of Florida, within Highlands County. It's part of a network of lakes in the area.

Fun Things to Do at Lake Henry

Even though Lake Henry is a quiet lake, there are still ways to enjoy it!

There's a park right on the shore of Lake Henry, along Lake Henry Drive. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the view.

Some homes around the lake have canals that connect directly to Lake Henry. This allows people living there to have private boat access. However, there are no public boat ramps or docks for everyone to use. Also, there are no public swimming areas at Lake Henry.

Fishing at Lake Henry

If you love to fish, Lake Henry is a good spot! You can try to catch different types of fish here. According to the HookandBullet.Com website, some of the fish you might find include:

  • Bluegill
  • Crappie
  • Bowfin

Remember to always follow local fishing rules and regulations.

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