Lake Wales

Lake Wales is a small city located in eastern Polk County (Florida) | Polk County, Florida. The city is in the middle of a long, narrow region known as the Lake Wales Ridge. The Lake Wales Ridge was the first part of the Florida Peninsula to rise above sea level, beginning as a series of small sandy islands not unlike the Florida Keys today. It is a unique environment from its surrounding and home to several endemic species, such as the gopher tortoise and scrub jay. The city of Lake Wales lies at the southern foot of Iron Mountain—the second-highest point on the Florida Peninsula at 295 ft (90 m)—and is home to famous Bok Tower Gardens and its Singing Tower. Near the center of town lies Lake Wailes. The city is small, but much of the rural area extending east and southeast of town is considered as part of Lake Wales and included in this guide.

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History

The city was first surveyed in 1879 by Sidney Irving Wailes, who changed the name of a lake—then known as Watts Lake—to Lake Wailes. The city was incorporated in 1911 as Lake Wales (the lake remains known as Lakes Wailes). In the 1920s and the town became a popular winter home for affluent residents from northern states. This resulted in the construction of many historical buildings which remain today in downtown and also in the construction of Bok Tower Gardens.

How is the Climate in Lake Wales

Check the weather forecast for Lake Wales at NOAA.

Lake Wales' climate is much the same as the rest of Central Florida (except coasts). Summers are hot and humid, with highs around 90-95°F (33-35°C) and lows around 74-78°F (23-26°C). During the summer, onshore winds from both coasts travel inland, heat up, rise and build into thunderstorms, usually along a rough line. Lying in the center of the state and the lines of storms (each called a "seabreeze") sometimes collide, resulting in strong thunderstorms with frequent lightning and tornadoes (small EF0-1s...not like the powerful tornadoes in the Plains states), 50+ mph winds, and hail feasible. Strong storms are usually preceded by cooler winds caused by the rain-cooled air (cold air sinks) rapidly flowing away from the storm. The temperature after a strong thunderstorm passes can drop from 95°F (35°C) to 75°F (24°C) and since the storms can be fairly small, you can drive 5 miles and the temperature will drop/rise 20°F (10°C) between rain-cooled and surrounding areas.

Winters are mild, with highs in the 70s (°F; 21-27°C) and lows in the 50s (°F; 10-15°C). Lows in the 30s (°F; 0-5°C) are common after cold fronts and there are usually a handful of lows below freezing each winter, although that requires clear skies, so it usually warms very rapidly after sunrise (30°F/−1°C at 6AM, 55°F/13°C by noon is typical). Cold fronts occasionally pass by as squall lines, so tornadoes in December or January are not unusual. Snow is extremely rare; the last measurable snowfall was in 1977, although sleet/wintry mix fell in an unusually cold January 2010.

Spring and fall are transition periods, with spring tending to be the driest months of the year.

In 2004, Lake Wales was hit by three hurricanes: Charley, Frances, & Jeanne. It was the first time in recorded U.S. history that 3 hurricanes passed through the same county (Polk County) in the same year, with Lake Wales and other southern Polk County towns lying closest to the path of these hurricanes' eyes.

Travel to Lake Wales

By car

Lake Wales is located at the crossroads of U.S. 27 and State Road 60. U.S. 27 is a heavily-traveled 4-to-6-lane divided highway running north/south through the center of the peninsula, heading south to Sebring & Miami and running north to Clermont, Ocala, & Gainesville (Florida) | Gainesville. State Road 60 runs east-west across the center of the state from Clearwater, Tampa and Brandon (Florida) | Brandon in the west to Vero Beach in the east.

From Orlando

Lake Wales is easily reached from the Orlando/Kissimmee area by taking Interstate 4 west to U.S. 27 (exit 55) and heading south about 25 mi.

From the Tampa Bay area

Take Interstate 4 east and exit on the Polk Parkway east (exit 27). Follow the parkway for 10 mi (toll: $1.25/car cash or $1/car with Sunpass) before exiting onto U.S. 98 (exit 10). Head south to Bartow (Florida) | Bartow, follow U.S. 98 left at the traffic light as it joins S.R. 60 east (Van Fleet Drive), stay right after turning and at the second traffic light, follow the signs to remain on S.R. 60 east to Lake Wales (U.S. 98 goes straight at light and continues a couple hundred feet to an intersection with U.S. 17).

From South Florida

Take either U.S. 27 north or take Florida's Turnpike north to SR 60 and head west.

Travel on a Bus in Lake Wales

'Winter Haven Area Transit (WHAT, , +1 863 534-5500) provides public bus service in eastern Polk County. ' Route 30 connects the Eagle Ridge Mall to southeast Winter Haven (including Legoland) and downtown Winter Haven. From the Eagle Ridge Mall, ' Route 35 runs south through Lake Wales, continuing on to Babson Park and Frostproof. ' Route 25 runs from Lake Wales Plaza to Bartow (Florida) | Bartow. Adult/youth fare is $1.50/ride with no free transfers. Seniors (65+) and the disabled ride for $0.75, with proper ID and no free transfers. Children under 7 ride free with an adult. A day pass for adults costs $3 (or $27 for a 10 pack) and is good for 24 hours from activation on bus. Senior/disabled day pass costs $1.50 (or $15 for a 10 pack). Weekly ($12) & 31-day passes ($47) are also available. A bike rack located on the front is available to put your bike at no additional charge. All regular buses are equipped with a wheel chair lift.

By Rail

Lake Wales lies close to the Amtrak Silver Star & Silver Meteor routes, but does not have a station. Winter Haven#By train|Winter Haven (Code: WTH; [1]; 1800 7th Street SW) is the nearest station along the daily Amtrak Silver Star and Silver Meteor routes. If you plan to arrive by train, you should have friends/family at the station to pick you up or have the phone number for a taxi to call when you arrive. The station is a poorly-maintained covered platform with a small office and is in a fairly unpleasant area beside a warehouse. Fortunately the trains arrive during daylight, but it's not a very great place to wait for hours. To reach Lake Wales by public transportation (WHAT, see "By bus" above), you can take Route 22XW south to Bartow (Florida) | Bartow and then switch to Route 25 to head east to Lake Wales. You could also take Route 22XW north to the downtown terminal and then Route 30 to the Eagle Ridge Mall, and Route 35 to Lake Wales.

The Amtrak station in Sebring#By train|Sebring (Code: SBG; [2]; 601 E Center Ave) is also reasonably convenient to the Lake Wales area. The Sebring station is served by both the Amtrak Silver Star and Silver Meteor routes. No public transportation connects Lake Wales and Sebring.

Fly to Lake Wales

The nearest commercial airport is Orlando International Airport (IATA Flight Code: MCO) in Orlando, located about an hour away. Tampa#By_plane|Tampa International Airport (IATA Flight Code: TPA) in Tampa is located about an hour and a half away. Lakeland#By_plane|Lakeland Linder Regional Airport (IATA Flight Code: LAL) in Lakeland was served by the small airline Direct Air for a time, but currently (as of Feb 2013) does not have any regularly scheduled commercial flights.

Lake Wales Airport (FAA LID: Highlands & Polk County (Florida)

A popular attraction at the park is Cow Camp, a living history demonstration taking you back to 1876 to discover the life of the Florida "cracker"—the early ranchers so named for the crack of their whips. At the end of the trail, you will meet with a Florida Cow Hunter resting in a frontier camp along the route of a cattle drive. He will be glad to tell you stories of life on the frontier, if not busy cooking or tending to the cattle. Cow Camp is open weekends October - April and all major holidays year round 9:30AM Monday - 4:30PM or upon request year-round for groups of 15 or more. There is no separate charge after entry into park.
Four categories of camping sites are available in the park: Full facility, primitive, equestrian, & youth. Sixty campsites with electric & water hookups are available with nearby dump station, boat ramp, marina, playground, & observation tower. The full facility sites are shaded in an oak hammock and can be booked up to 11 months in advance either [https://?contractCode=FL&parkId=281087&topTabIndex=CampingSpot online or by calling +1-800-326-3521 (8AM Monday - 8PM). Full facility sites are $20/night for tents or RVs (up to 20 ft). Two primitive campsites ($5 per person, per day) are available off trails in the park for up to 12 campers per site. Each site has two picnic tables & two grills, but everything else (including water) must be provided by the campers, who should follow Leave-no-trace camping|leave-no-trace camping trainings. Primitive equestrian campsites are also available. Youth camping sites ($1 per youth, per day; $5 per adult/chaperone, per day) are secluded just off the beaten path (under 200 ft/60 m from parking) and offer restrooms, cold showers, picnic tables, benches, & a fire pit. A minimum of 12 campers (and maximum of 25) are required to book a youth campsite. A guided overnight backpacking trip is also available between November - Mar upon request (minimum 4 backpackers). A Park Ranger accompanies the group on a guided 3.5 mi (5.6 km) hike to a primitive campsite Saturday afternoon, where participants camp overnight, finishing with a guided 3.5 mi (5.6 km) hike on Sunday morning. To reserve a primitive, equestrian, or youth campsite or book a guided overnight backpacking trip, call +1 863 696-1112.
A unique way to travel through Lake Kissimmee State Park is by Segway, with tours available through Back Trail Adventures ( ; +1 863 514-3474; Thursday - Sunday 8:30AM Monday - 3:30PM; Adults (14+ only): $40). These tours begin with 20 min of training before a 70 min guided tour through the park.
Guided horseback rides are available between November - Mar and must be booked in advance (minimum of 4 participants, maximum 10). Participants must bring their own horse (the park does not have horses for public use), which must have proof of a negative Coggins Test. Park rangers lead riders on a 6.7 mi (10.8 km) guided trail ride around Buster Island. Tours last around 2 hr and must be booked through the park office by calling +1 863 696-1112.

Backtrail Adventures - ☎ +1 863 696-4888 Opening Hours: Sa-Thursday8AM Monday - 5PM, Friday 8AM Monday - 6PM Camp store & concessions offering firewood, ice, general camping items and ice cream. Kayaks rentals are also available.

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Pavilions are available to rent. One large pavilion can host up to 100 people and has electrical outlets ($60+tax). Three small pavilions are available with a maximum capacity of 25 people. To reserve a pavilion, call the park office at +1 863 696-1112.

Lake Rosalie Park - 27.912937, -81.391439 Take S.R. 60 east and turn onto Tiger Lake Rd. north. Turn west onto Rosalie Lake Rd. ☎ +1 863 534-4340 Opening Hours: 5AM Monday - 10PM Boat ramp, picnic tables, shelters/pavilions, & campsites available.

North Walk-in-Water Creek alk-in-water 27.874927, -81.400533 Entrance is on the north side of S.R. 60, just west of Walk-in-Water Creek & opposite Silvio Rd. Opening Hours: 6AM Monday - 6:30PM Standard Time; 5:30AM Monday - 8PM Daylight Savings Time A short hiking trail leads to a shaded oak hammock, great for birders to settle in for great bird watching. Bank fishing is permitted at a small pond near the entrance. Look for alligators, deer, otters, a wide variety of birds and even the elusive Florida panther. A picnic table is available, but there are no restrooms.

SUMICA a 14020 S.R. 60 E 27.857000, -81.375433 Off S.R. 60 roughly 10 mi east of Lake Wales. ☎ +1 863 534-7377 Opening Hours: 6AM Monday - 6:30PM Standard Time; 5:30AM Monday - 8PM Daylight Savings Time A 4031 acre tract of land along Lake Weohyakapka, although there is no direct access to the lake. A terrain of pine flatwoods & marshes. A hiking trail runs 2.1 mi (3.4 km) along a former railroad line, roughly 6 ft (2 m) above the surrounding landscape with little shade. A campsite trail runs 2.2 mi (3.5 km) roundtrip through oak hammocks to the campsite. An equestrian trail runs 4.8 mi (7.7 km) round-trip through a few different environments. All trails are great for mountain biking. Primitive campsites are available as are equestrian trails. Both activities require a special-use permit available by calling +1 863 534-7377.

KICCO Wildlife Management Area - 27.760050, -81.191033 On south side of S.R. 60 near Osceola County line and Westgate River Ranch Resort. Entrance off River Ranch Rd. +1-800-250-4250 Brochure KICCO comprises more than 7000 acres of wildlife-rich land along a section of the Kissimmee River which has been channelized. The land is open for recreational use year-round, although hunting seems to draw a large portion of visitors during established hunting seasons. The Florida Trail runs for 13 mi (21 km) through KICCO. Vehicle access is subject to quotas and a Vehicle Access Authorization is required to enter (available online or by calling +1-800-250-4200 Ext.3333). The primary street is great for biking. Features an 8 mi (13 km) trail for hiking/biking through oak hammocks. Camping is available and requires a special use permit. Hunting requires a special-use permit (available here) and is subject to strict quotas and behavior; check the website for limits and regulations.

Skydiving

For the ultimate adrenaline rush, few thing come close to jumping out of an aircraft at over 13,000 ft (4000 m) and free-falling at 120 mph (200 km/h) prior to opening your parachute! Lake Wales is considered the "Skydiving Capital of Florida". Your first experience will be a tandem jump, where you will be harnessed together with an experienced skydiver who will lead you through the process and take care of the technical details (eg. opening the parachute!)—leaving you free to enjoy the experience and take photos. Also check out the travel topic: Skydiving|Skydiving.

Florida Skydiving Center - LakeWales@ 440 South Airport Road 27.896979, -81.619661 ☎ +1 863 678-1003 - Tandem skydiving experiences are available for $199 (Nov 2012). CRW, Formation Skydiving (FS), Freeflying, Wingsuiting, Swooping and Accuracy on offer for experienced skydivers. Accelerated Freefall Program is offered to prepare for your first solo skydive.

On the water

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Polk County is home to 554 lakes and considered the "Largemouth Bass Capital of the World". Lake Wales is close to many of the best lakes in the county for nature viewing (birds, alligators, turtles, and more) and some of the best bass fishing to be found anywhere. Take an airboat ride to explore the side of nature those on foot or boat don't see. Several businesses in the Lake Wales offer airboat tours and boat rentals to explore the lakes east of town. Public boat ramps in the Lake Wales area can be found at Coleman Landing (S.R. 60), Lake Rosalie Park (S.R. 60), and Lake Wailes (Lake Shore Blvd.).

Alligator Cove Airboat Nature Tours - 3924 Bruce Blvd; Launches at 14400 Reese Dr ☎ +1 863 696-0406 - Cruise local waters on airboat. Tours are two hours (many other airboat tour operators only offer 1-hour tours) birding tours, alligator tours (best optionween December - Mar), and nature tours. Call for pricing and reservations.

Alligators Unlimited with Mild to Wild Airboat & Nature Tours - flpnmann1@ 14400 Reese Dr ☎ +1 863 696-0313 - Airboat tours. Must call for reservations and pricing.

Camp Mack's River Resort - ☎ +1 863 696-1108 +1-800-243-8013 Airboat tours on the Kissimmee River lakes, with departures at 9AM, 11AM, 1PM, & 3PM (weather-permitting). Personalized sunset cruises available (appointment only, inquire at office). One-person rides $100, two-person rides $50/person, otherwise $40/person (up to 14 passengers). Children (6 & under): $20. Reservations not required, but appreciated. Pontoon boats are available for full-day ($200; 8AM Monday - 4PM) or half-day ($125; 8AM Monday - Noon OR Noon-4PM). Also available are 14ft Jon boats for full-day ($100; 8AM Monday - 4PM) or half-day ($75; 8AM Monday - Noon OR Noon-4PM).

Grape Hammock Fish Camp - 1400 Grape Hammock Road ☎ +1 863 692-1500 - Airboat tours along the shores of Lake Kissimmee. Adults $30, children $15 with discounts for guests staying at the resort.

Jennings Resort - 5325 Jennings Fish Camp Road ☎ +1 863 439-3811 - Non-guests at the park can rent motorless boats for $20 daily, $80 weekly, or $160 monthly. Motor boats are available to rent for $80 daily or $320 weekly.

Memory Makin' Guides - +1-800-749-2278 Professional fishing guides. Book a trip to catch that trophy bass you've always wanted on any of the great bass-fishing lakes of Eastern Polk County, such as Lake Kissimmee, Lake Hatchineha, Lake Walk-in-water, or Crooked Lake. Offerings include 4-, 6-, or 8-hour trips with all the tackle, rods, soft drinks, and Snacks you'll need.

Water's Edge Fish Camp - 10730 Camp Mack Road ☎ +1 863 696-1411 - On the shore of Lake Rosalie. Pontoon rentals. Bait & Tackle. Fishing guides. (Website not working as of Nov 2012)

Westgate River Ranch Resort Marina - 3200 River Ranch Blvd ☎ +1 863 692-1321 ext 7 or +1 863 696-1411 - Take an airboat or swampbuggy ride through Florida as nature created (1 hour tours: Adults $25, children $15). Eight-passenger pontoon boats are available to rent ($65/hour) for use on the Kissimmee River. Fishing excursions may be arranged in advance by calling the marina. Fishing licenses, bait, & tackle are available at the marina shop.

Golfing

Florida is the golfing capital of the United States and golf courses abound everywhere. Located in the heart of Florida, Lake Wales is no exception to this. Lekarica Hills and Oakwood are public courses. Lake Ashton is set among a private development, call their office for details about non-member use. For more information about golfing on vacation, check out the Golf|golf travel topic page.

Lake Ashton Golf Club - 5141 Ashton Club Dr ☎ +1 863 326-1032 - Semi-private, 2 18-hole courses. Slope rating: 126. USGA rating: 70.2. Golf club rental & lessons available. Restaurant.

Lekarica Hills Golf Club - 1650 South Highland Park Dr ☎ +1 863 679-9478 - Dating to 1927, this course is built among rolling hills with an elevation change of 110 ft (34 m). Public, 18 holes. Slope rating: 124. USGA rating: 69.3. Golf club rental & lessons available.

Oakwood Golf Club - 3301 Old Wailes Road ☎ +1 863 676-8558 - Public, 18 holes. Slope rating: 132. USGA rating: 73. Golf club rental & lessons available. Restaurant.

Other activities

Lake Wales Spook Hill north01 - Spook Hill

Spook Hill (From S.R. 17, turn right onto J.A. Wiltshire) Put your vehicle in neutral and watch as your vehicle appears to defy gravity and roll uphill. Legend has it that ages ago, an Indian village on the banks of this swamp was plagued by raids from a huge alligator living in it. The village's great warrior chief and the gator were killed in battle, with the chief buried on the north side. When pioneers later traveled through here and they found their horses labored going "downhill" and called it "Spook Hill" is it the gator seeking revenge or the chief protecting his land? Officially, this is a gravity hill—where the visual horizon is such that you appear to be going uphill, when in fact you are moving down a slight incline.

A good ol' American rodeo is held every Saturday night at Westgate River Ranch Resort ( ; Off S.R. 60 about 25 mi (40 km) east of Lake Wales, near Kissimmee River.; Adults $15.50, children $8). Shows begin at 7:30PM and feature trick riding, calf roping, barrel racing, bull riding, and rodeo clowns.

There is one skate park in town, located at Kiwanis Park (1000 North Lake Shore Dr).

Festivals & Events

Lake Wales is host to two monthly community events. The first Saturday of the month is an antiques, art, & oddities fair on the streets of downtown between Stuart & Park Ave (8AM Monday - 2PM, ). The Lake Wales Car Show is held the forth Saturday of the month along Stuart Ave in downtown (4PM Monday - 8PM, ).

Mardi Gras - (, March) A community parade full of floats, Krewes, and plenty of free goodies passed out along the way. Food trucks and arts and crafts can also be found in a stationary location.

Lake Wales Art Show - , +1 863 676-8426, March - This festival, held along the shores of Lake Wailes, features dozens of vendors, exhibitors, food stalls, entertainment, and a juried art competition.

Boktoberfest (October, See Bok Tower Gardens listing above.) An octoberfest celebration held at Bok Tower Gardens. Includes plant sale.
Pioneer Days Festival (+1 863 678-4182 Ext. 270, October) Celebration of pioneer days and 19th century life on the region's homesteads. Features arts, crafts, food, and more.
Sunset & Symphony (November, See Bok Tower Gardens listing above.) Join the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra for an evening of great music beneath Bok Tower.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Lake Wales

Halal Food & Restaurants

Chalet Suzanne (Lake Wales, Florida) 001 - Chalet Suzanne Restaurant & Inn is now closed/out of business.

Al's Place - 1530 North Scenic Highway ☎ +1 863 679-3325 Opening Hours: Lunch Monday to Saturday; Dinner Wed-Sat Don't miss the Saturday Fish Fry.

Beans-n-Bushes - 222 E Stuart Ave ☎ +1 863 676-8573 Opening Hours: Breakfast & Lunch Monday to Saturday Coffee shop with various food offerings, such as salads, sandwiches, and breakfast items.

Cherry Pocket Steaks & Seafood Shak - 3100 Canal Road 27.817643, -81.212763 ☎ +1 863 439-2031 Opening Hours: Lunch & dinner daily Chow down on seafood and Steaks in a country atmosphere. Features specialties like gator.

Crazy Cuban Cafe - 120 E Park Ave ☎ +1 863 679-3934 Opening Hours: Breakfast & Lunch Monday to Friday
Crazy Fish Grill - 802 Henry Street ☎ +1 863 676-6361 Opening Hours: Lunch Tuesday - Sa; Dinner Monday to Saturday Fresh seafood.

Grand Central Coffee Shop - 1 Scenic Central #101 ☎ +1 863 676-4227 Opening Hours: Breakfast & lunch daily In addition to a good cup of brew, pastries, smoothies, and quiche are also worth a try.

L'Incontro - 35 S.R. 60 West ☎ +1 863 676-7400 Opening Hours: Lunch & dinner daily. Italian cuisine.

Manny's Chophouse - 210 S.R. 60 West ☎ +1 863 678-0370 Opening Hours: Dinner daily; Lunch Sunday only
Norby's Steaks & Seafood - 2425 S.R. 60 E ☎ +1 863 676-0296 Opening Hours: Dinner daily Best steakhouse in Lake Wales

Romeo's Italian Restaurant - 1303 S.R. 60 E ☎ +1 863 676-8325 Opening Hours: Dinner Tuesday - Sa
Scuttles - 343 West Central Ave ☎ +1 863 676-7547 Opening Hours: Lunch & dinner Tuesday - Saturday New England-style seafood.

Sizzling Grill - 21400 U.S. Highway 27 ☎ +1 863 676-4898 Opening Hours: Lunch Sunday - F; Dinner daily
Smokey's Piano Grill - 216 Stuart Ave ☎ +1 863 223-8122 Opening Hours: Lunch & dinner Monday to Saturday
Woody's Bar-B-Q - 19501 US-27 ☎ +1 863 678-1844 Opening Hours: 11AM – 9PM BBQ chain with ribs, prime rib, Steaks, or Chicken.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

A Prince of Wales Motel - 513 Scenic Highway (S.R. 17) 27.893694, -81.581265 ☎ +1 863 676-1249 +1 863 676-1249 Under $59. Pets allowed. Free wi-fi.

Camp Mack's River Resort - 14900 Camp Mack Road 27.971843, -81.381865 ☎ +1 863 696-1108 +1-800-243-8013 +1 863 696-2924 Kitchen/efficiencies available. Pool. Pets allowed. Handicapped access. Wi-fi internet access (for a fee).

Green Gables Inn - 21380 U.S. Highway 27 27.925896, -81.607044 ☎ +1 863 676-2511 +1 863 676-3140 Complimentary breakfast. Kitchen/efficiencies available. Pool. Pets allowed. Handicapped access. Free wi-fi internet access.

Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Wales - 22900 U.S. Highway 27 27.947554, -81.617199 ☎ +1 863 734-3000 +1 863 734-3010 Complimentary breakfast. Pool. Handicapped access. Free wi-fi internet access.

Holiday Inn Express - 2953 Ridge Way 27.961855, -81.622523 ☎ +1 863 949-4800 +1 863 949-4811 Complimentary breakfast. Pool. Pets allowed. Handicapped access. Free wi-fi internet access.

Royale Inn Lake Wales - 19071 U.S. Highway 27 27.893571, -81.599623 ☎ +1 863 676-7963 +1-877-747-8713 +1 863 676-2569 Complimentary breakfast. Pool. Handicapped access. Free wi-fi internet access.

Super 8 Motel - 541 West Central Ave 27.900632, -81.601674 ☎ +1 863 676-7925 +1 863 676-6662 Complimentary breakfast. Pets allowed. Handicapped access. Free wi-fi internet access.

Bed and Breakfast

Noah's Ark Bed & Breakfast - 312 Ridge Manor Dr 27.885121, -81.584465 ☎ +1 863 676-1613 Six rooms with private baths.

RV resorts

Bud's RV Park & Marina - 1700 Tiger Lake Road 27.894009, -81.387014 ☎ +1 863 696-2274 31 sites. Hookups, dump station, laundry, & showers available. Tent camping permitted. Handicapped access.

Camp Mack's River Resort - 14900 Camp Mack Road 27.971843, -81.381865 ☎ +1 863 696-1108 +1-800-243-8013 +1 863-696-2924 265 sites. Hookups, dump station, laundry, & showers available. Tent camping permitted. Pool. Wi-fi internet access (for a fee).

Camp'n Aire RV Resort - 15860 U.S. Highway 27 27.850545, -81.585734 ☎ +1 863 638-1015 +1-888-446-1015 +1 863-638-2508 102 sites. Hookups, dump station, laundry, & showers available. Pool. Handicapped access. Free wi-fi available.

Cherry Pocket Steaks & Seafood Shak - 3100 Canal Road 27.997351, -81.544064 ☎ +1 863 439-2031 +1 863-439-1861 22 sites. Hookups, laundry, & showers available. Tent camping permitted. Handicapped access. Free wi-fi available.

Grape Hammock Fish Camp - 1400 Grape Hammock Road 27.817643, -81.212763 ☎ +1 863 692-1500 +1 863-692-0213 65 sites. Hookups, dump station, laundry, & showers available. Tent camping permitted. Free wi-fi available.

Harbor RV Resort & Marina - 10511 Monroe Ct 27.93909, -81.422401 ☎ +1 863 696-1194 +1-888-805-4124 +1 863-696-4000 90 sites. Hookups, dump station, laundry, & showers available. Pool. Tent camping permitted. Handicapped access. Wi-fi available (for a fee).

Jennings Resort - 4325 Jennings Fish Camp Road 27.85194, -81.585976 ☎ +1 863 439-3811 +1 863-439-3811 35 sites. Hookups, dump station, laundry, & showers available. Pool. Tent camping permitted. Free wi-fi available.

Lake Wales Campground - 15898 U.S. Highway 27 27.851902, -81.586035 ☎ +1 863 638-9011 118 sites. Hookups, dump station, laundry, & showers available. Pool. Tent camping permitted. Handicapped access. Free wi-fi available.

Peace Creek RV Park - 26397 U.S. Highway 27 27.966261, -81.626662 ☎ +1 863 439-5205 110 sites. Hookups, dump station, laundry, & showers available. Handicapped access.

Shady Nook RV Park - 15710 U.S. Highway 27 27.991995, -81.63076 ☎ +1 863 638-3566 59 sites. Hookups, laundry, & showers available. Tent camping permitted. Handicapped access.

Telecommunications in Lake Wales

Public internet access is available at the public library as well as at the Food Court of the Eagle Ridge Mall.

Lake Wales Public Library - 290 Cypress Garden Ln 27.903915, -81.586401 Where Scenic Highway (S.R. 17) crosses RR tracks, turn E on Crystal Ave. Library is first building on right. ☎ +1 863 678-4004 Opening Hours: Monday Tuesday Thursday 9AM Monday - 6:30PM; Wednesday to Friday 9AM Monday - 5:30PM; Saturday 9AM Monday - 3PM Wi-fi access is free for anyone to use with your own laptop, tablet, smartphone, or other device. Printing is not available to those using wi-fi. Non-Polk County resident may purchase a 3-day pass to use the available computers for $1. There is a 30 min time limit for public computers; if no one is waiting and the time limit may be extended up to 2 hr per day.

Lake Wales Post Office - 6 West Park Ave 27.902778, -81.589862 ☎ +1 863 676-7008 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9AM Monday - 4PM

Stay Safe

Lake Wales Police Department - 133 E Tillman Ave 27.900369, -81.588218 ☎ +1 863 678-4223 (Emergency? Dial 911)

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Polk County Sheriff: +1 863 533-0344 (Emergency: 911)

Medical Issues in Lake Wales

There is one small hospital in Lake Wales and an urgent care facility.

Lake Wales Medical Center - 410 South 11th Street 27.89568, -81.565465 One block North of S.R. 60 on 11th Street ☎ +1 863 676-1433 - Small hospital.

Lake Wales Medical Walk-in Clinic - 1611 S.R. 60 E 27.894528, -81.557893 ☎ +1 863 676-6007 Opening Hours: Monday Tuesday Thursday 8AM Monday - 3PM; Wednesday to Friday 8AM Monday - noon

Cope in Lake Wales

Lake Wales Chamber of Commerce - 340 West Central Ave 27.900402, -81.597629 ☎ +1 863 676-3445 +1 863 676-3446

News & References Lake Wales

Travel Next

Downtown Lake Wales lies just 15 min from Legoland Florida in southeast Winter Haven. For nature lovers and the Lake Wales Ridge continues south into Frostproof and there are thousands of acres of scrub and forests east of Frostproof for hunting, driving off-road vehicles, and fishing (such as Crooked Lake and Lake Arbuckle). For history buffs or just lovers of quaint little towns, head west to Bartow (Florida) | Bartow or Fort Meade.