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Lake Mariam
Location of Lake Mariam in Florida, USA.
Location of Lake Mariam in Florida, USA.
Lake Mariam
Location in Florida
Location of Lake Mariam in Florida, USA.
Location of Lake Mariam in Florida, USA.
Lake Mariam
Location in the United States
Location Winter Haven, Florida
Coordinates 28°00′59″N 81°41′47″W / 28.0164°N 81.6965°W / 28.0164; -81.6965
Type natural freshwater lake
Basin countries United States
Max. length 3,570 feet (1,090 m)
Max. width 2,680 feet (820 m)
Surface area 200 acres (81 ha)
Surface elevation 128 feet (39 m)

Lake Mariam is a natural freshwater lake located in Winter Haven, Florida. It has a unique oval shape and covers an area of about 200 acres. This lake is a popular spot for fishing and boating.

Discovering Lake Mariam

Lake Mariam is found on the northeast side of the city of Winter Haven. It is part of Polk County, Florida. Sometimes, people might confuse it with another lake called Lake Marion, which is also in Polk County. But remember, Lake Mariam is its own special place!

What Does Lake Mariam Look Like?

This beautiful lake is about 3,570 feet (1,090 m) long and 2,680 feet (820 m) wide. It covers a surface area of 200 acres (809,371 m2). Around the lake, you'll find different types of land.

  • Most of the west and south sides have houses.
  • Part of the north side also has homes.
  • On the northwest and southwest, there are peaceful woods.
  • Most of the east side is covered by woods and open fields called pastureland.
  • There's also a swampy area on the southeast side.

A building called Brandywine Health Care Center is just a block north of the lake. It helps people know where the lake is.

Fun Things to Do at Lake Mariam

Even though you can't swim in Lake Mariam, there are still plenty of fun activities to enjoy!

  • Boating: There's a public boat ramp on the north side of the lake. It's located behind the Brandywine Health Care Center. You can launch your boat here and explore the water.
  • Fishing: Lake Mariam is a great place for fishing. You can fish from the shore near the boat ramp or from a boat out on the water.

Fishermen often catch different types of fish in Lake Mariam. Some of the fish you might find include:

  • Largemouth bass
  • Bluegill
  • Crappie

So, if you love being outdoors and enjoying nature, Lake Mariam is a wonderful spot to visit in Winter Haven!

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