The drive from Ohio Key to Lake Okeechobee (248 miles) was uneventful. We were happy to be off the keys and back on the mainland. Can’t quite explain why we felt uneasy on the key, might have something to do with only being a foot above the surrounding ocean. But we definitely felt better with dry land around us, even if it is only 18 inches higher above sea level. We are staying at the Waters Edge RV Park ($85 per night). It’s a really nice RV park with large paved sites, beautiful landscaping, paved roads and beautiful trees which were well trimmed. But there is a canal and a 30 foot levee between the RV resort and the lake, so the name is a bit deceptive. We’re here for two nights primarily to break up the drive between the Keys and Saint Augustine (our next stop). Lake Okeechobee feeds the everglades with millions of gallons of fresh water. But it is only 14 feet deep at its deepest point. We were surprised to find the town overrun with young people who were there for a Punk Rock festival. How Retro! We considered going to the festival, but have long ago ditched our punk rock cloths.
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| Waters Edge RV Park |
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| Waters Edge RV Park |
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| Waters Edge RV Park |
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| Lake Okeechobee |
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| Lake Okeechobee |
Beautiful camp ground spot!
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