The truth is, Florida lakes don’t usually get as much attention as say, fresh springs and the beaches. But, visiting a Florida lake during a warm, sun-filled day might just be the best decision you’ve made. Not only are the lakes in Florida much less crowded than the jam-packed beaches, but there is also an added bit of serenity into the mix. Imagine paddling across the clear, cool water in a kayak, nobody around you, just the sounds of nature echoing off the shoreline. Sounds pretty dreamy? Just wait until you feast your eyes on the coastal dune lakes in Florida.

In Walton County, Florida, there are 15 named coastal dune lakes which are situated along 26 miles of the coastline.
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These lakes are actually extremely rare in terms of geography. The only other places in the world where coastal dune lakes are found are Madagascar, New Zealand, Australia, and Oregon!
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What makes coastal dune lakes so important is the fact they are shallow and irregularly shaped, occurring only in coastal communities that share in a connection with a body of water where saltwater and freshwater are exchanged.
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This means that when you’re swimming or kayaking in Florida’s coastal lakes, you can look right out and see into the Gulf of Mexico!
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Kayakers can enjoy the diversity of the lake with varying wildlife, plus wonderfully unique scenery.
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This is the only place in Florida where kayakers can paddle in a tannic lake, surrounded by sand dunes, and look over into the aquamarine waters of the Gulf.
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Don’t worry if you don’t have your own kayaks, though, you can always go to the largest of the dune lakes, Lake Powell, and pick up a few for the day.
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Come spend an afternoon exploring this natural wonder of the world, and get a dose of nature while you’re at it!
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To find out where the coastal dune lakes are in Florida, click here to open the map.
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Have you ever been to the Coastal Dune Lakes in Florida before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about this lake, such as current weather and best kayak launching points, then check out the Walton County webpage.

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