Sitting atop the ancient dunes of the Lake Wales Ridge, the Lake Wales area in Polk County is rich with outdoor recreation opportunities. Given the mix of state parks, county natural lands, wildlife management areas and state forests, it’s no wonder that protection of this biologically fragile region means plenty of places to explore.
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Nearby: Avon Park, Frostproof, Kissimmee, Lakeland, Sebring, Yeehaw Junction