Lake Carlton

Lake County, Florida

Lake Carlton is in Mt Dora, Florida, and is under 35 miles from Orlando.

The closest commercial airport is Orlando International Airport which is 41.9 away, and the closest hospital is AdventHealth Waterman, which is 11.1 miles away.

On the Water

Lake Carlton is 378 acres in size, with Lake Beauclair to its north. Due to the moderate size, kayaking, canoeing, and other activities on the water are easily accessible.

Fishing fans will find that it is an excellent place for largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, and crappie.

Trimble Park is on the northern side of the water and features a playground, camping, and fishing. It is also a great place for hikes or runs over the trails and through the trees and tall grass.

Around the Area

The area surrounding the lake has numerous delicious local restaurants like Mary’s Kountry Kitchen, the Goblin Market, Vincent's Italian, and Mount Dora’s Pizza and Subs.

The area is perfect for nature lovers and fans of recreational activities. Popular options include Palm Island Park, Sunset Park, Gilbert Park, and the Discovery Gardens.

In Mt. Dora, a local family owns the Van Gogh House, which resembles the famous Starry Night painting.

Visit Orlando

If you’re looking for more of a metropolitan experience, you can visit the fun-filled city of Orlando.

The city is most known for being the home of Walt Disney World, which consists of a handful of amusement parks such as Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom as well as two waterparks, Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon.

However, Disney isn’t the only Orlando attraction. At Universal Studios, guests can grab a pint of butterbeer, fly on a broom or explore Hogwarts at the Harry Potter World. They can also face velociraptors and a giant T-Rex on the Jurassic Park boat ride and explore the Marvel Universe by riding the thrilling Incredible Hulk Coaster.

For a more water-based adventure, SeaWorld provides a unique experience with aquatic wildlife. SeaWorld is home to several over-water roller coasters, waterslides, and interactive aquariums.

Cool Water, Hot Area

Lake Carlton is a perfect place to kick back and relax with fishing or a smooth boat tour. However, the area is full of eccentric attractions and delicious restaurants for those seeking a thrill. Whatever the mood and interest, Lake Carlton has something for everyone.