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Lakeland, Florida .... city of beautiful lakes

As its name suggests, Lakeland is the city of lakes with over 38 named lakes within the city limits.   Learn more about these beautiful lakes as you consider relocating to our town.  Questions?  Call John Carter at (863) 529-7488 any day, any time. 
Lake Beulah

Located in central Lakeland, Lake Beulah is a natural, smaller  lake of approximately 17 acres.  Enjoy fishing, picniking, and a city maintained walking path.  
Lake Bentley

A man-made lake of  approximately 52 acres, Lake Bentley originated from 1950 phosphate efforts. 
Lake Horney

The smallest named lake at just under 5 acres, Lake Horney and the city park at its shore provide fishing opportunities for enthusiasts. 
Lake Crago

Considered a good local fishing lake, Lake Crago is almost 52 acres.

Lake Bonny

At almost 371 acres, Lake Bonny is a larger lake some say is shaped like the "OK" hand gesture.  A public park and boat ramp promote fishing, picniking and boating.  The city of Lakeland is adding a second park to boast a beautiful boardwalk on Lake Bonny.  
Lake Bonnet

A shallow but large lake of approximately 79 acres, Lakelanders enjoy fishing at Lake Bonnet.


Lake Holloway

A lake of almost 24 acres, Lake Holloway provides fishing and boating opporutnities for Lakeland.    
Lake Hollingsworth

Considered one of Lakeland's premier lakes and recreational areas, the walking paths at Lake Hollingsworth are heavily populated.  A city park, boatramp, and the stocking of Sunshine Bass in this 358 acre lake, make fishing and family time a priority for Lakelanders.  
Lake Gibson

With a surface area of about 489 acres, Lake Gibson is one of the city's larger lakes.  S county park and boatramp encourage fishing and boating. 
Lake John

Created in the 1950s, today's Lake John supplies fishing and boating through Peterson Park located oat its shoreline.  Golf enthusiasts will also enjoy Cleveland Heights Golf Course located on this 96 acre lake. 
Lake Hunter

The park at Lake Hunter provides walking and cycling opportunities as well as fishing and boating on this 94 acre lake. 
Lake Mirror

The site of Beautiful Hollis Gardens, Barnett Family Park, and the city amphitheater, Lake Mirror is a city staple.  At just over 17 acres, Lakelanders enjoy a trek around the beautifuly lit walking path circling this lake.  

Lake Morton

A designated bird sanctuary, Lake Morton's 39 acres are the source of several city celebrations and events.
Lake Parker

The largest lake in the city of Lakeland, Lake Parker is approximately 2,181 acres.  With 3 parks, 3 boating ramps, and 2 fishing piers, Lakelanders love Lake Parker. 
Lake Somerset

Lakeland's Lake Somerset is just under 47 acres in surface area with an average depth of almost 8 feet.  A public boat ramp maintained by our city allows those interested in fishing and boating to take advantage of this beautiful Lake.   
 
Lake Wire

At just under 22 acres, Lake Wire provides walking paths and fishing opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.