Clearwater Lake Recreation Area park
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area
One of the main points of interest in the area is Clearwater Lake itself, which is renowned for its pristine waters and picturesque surroundings. Visitors can enjoy swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing in the lake. The recreation area also boasts a number of hiking trails, including the Clearwater Lake Trail, which offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding forests.
In addition to its natural beauty, Clearwater Lake Recreation Area is home to a number of interesting historical sites. The recreation area was once home to a thriving logging industry, and visitors can still see the remains of old sawmills and logging camps in the area.
The best time of year to visit Clearwater Lake Recreation Area depends on your preferences. The area can get quite hot and humid in the summer, but this is also the best time for swimming and water sports. Spring and fall offer more moderate temperatures and are perfect for hiking and wildlife watching. Winter can be chilly, but it's a great time for camping and campfires.
Overall, Clearwater Lake Recreation Area is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves the great outdoors. With its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and diverse range of activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy in this beautiful part of Florida.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Clearwater Lake Recreation Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Lake Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Clearwater Lake | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Lamott Family Staff Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Dorr Cabin | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Dorr Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Dorr | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Clearwater Lake Recreation Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Clearwater Lake Recreation Area
What can I do at Clearwater Lake Recreation Area?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Clearwater Lake Recreation Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Clearwater Lake Recreation Area.