Can you eat the fish out of Lake Okeechobee?

The Florida Department of Health advises against it, according to its website. Fish tested from water with blue-green algae show that cyanotoxins don't accumulate much in the edible parts — muscle or fillet — of fish, but can in other organs, its website says. The safest choice is to not harvest or eat these fish.



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Visiting Lake Okeechobee is worth it for many folks interested in fishing, nature, hiking, and other outdoor activities. It is not, however, an experience for those who wish to go swimming, wading, or otherwise come into contact with the water. The alligators alone make the lake a dangerous spot.

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The most polluted lake in Florida is Lake Okeechobee. It features high levels of toxic algae and agricultural runoff.

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The Okeechobee Utility Authority usually pulls 2.5 million gallons per day from the lake. They can also pull from the Rim Canal nearby as a backup option. In about 15 to 20 minutes, raw lake water is drinkable.

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Lake Okeechobee is known for its superior fishing for Large Mouth Bass and Speckled Perch. Each year the lake is visited by thousands of anglers and water fowl hunters to enjoy one of our natural resources. Visitors also visit Lake Okeechobee to photograph the flora and fauna and breathtaking views of the area.

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The water is dark water due to at least two factors: naturally occurring tannins and “muck”. 1. Naturally occurring tannins from decaying organic matter and tree roots create a tea-like color and clarity in the water.

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Ponds, canals, lakes, swamps, and rivers are home to these giant reptiles. Zooming in on Florida, Lake Jesup claims the title of the most alligator-infested lake. Lake Jesup lies in Central Florida, the heart of Seminole County, covering approximately 16,000 acres of open water and marshes.

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Lake Jesup, Florida Alligators can be very dangerous and Lake Jesup is the most alligator-infested lake in America. It's said there could be up to 13,000 gators in this lake or more.

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Lake Okeechobee is getting lower during dry season, but how low will it go? Ever so slightly, ever so slowly, Lake Okeechobee's water level is creeping lower. Hundredth of an inch by hundredth of an inch. Which is a lot, considering the massive lake is 730 square miles in size.

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However, the lake's level began dropping soon after and by July 2007, it had dropped more than 4 feet (1.2 m) to its all-time low of 8.82 feet (2.69 m).

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Nestled in the heart of the Sunshine State, Lake Okeechobee is a true gem for boaters. Its vast expanse of shimmering water, abundant wildlife, and diverse recreational opportunities make Lake Okeechobee a must-visit boating destination in Florida.

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It is the only navigable cross Florida canal. Landlubbers can also enjoy the waterway at the various locks and parks along the route. It's fun to watch the boats pass through the locks along the route.

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