Boating at
Okatibbee Lake

General Information

With more than 4,000 acres of water surface available, there is plenty of room for water sports at Okatibbee Lake. Whether you like fishing, sailing, skiing or windsurfing, this lake is for you.

Additionally, there are 5 swimming beaches, 1 of which is located in a camping area.

All federal, state and local boating laws apply on the lake. Please take note of navigation markers and exercise good sense on and in the water.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Each land or water-related activity provides not only enjoyment and challenges to boaters and other lake users but possible dangers as well. To prevent accidents, we suggest that you look over the following list of safety precautions and follow them. If you do, you'll have a safer and more enjoyable visit to Okatibbee Lake.

·        Be Alert to underwater hazards such as submerged stumps, logs and rocks that are present in the lake.

·        Be especially careful when approaching the shoreline because depth of water will vary from time to time and place to place. Never dive into water of unknown depth.

·        Be alert to hazards such as poisonous plants, insects and snakes that exist in the woodlands.

·        Keep children under close supervision at all times.

·        Wear life vests at all times.

·        Do not use alcohol while in, on or around the water.

·        File a trip plan with someone to let him or her know where you will be and when you plan to return.

·        Swim in designated swimming areas. (In all other areas except those designated "no swimming," individuals may swim at their own risk.)

·        When recreating downstream of the dam, be prepared to leave the area immediately when the warning horn sounds and water is released.

For more information or to arrange for a ranger presentation on water safety, please contact the
Project Management Office at:

(601) 626-8431

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