Lake
Crane Lake
Santa Rosa County, Florida
At a glance
- Feature class
- Lake
- USGS feature ID
- 281000
- Coordinates
- 30.62741, -86.80583
Before you go
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Crane Lake is a lake in Santa Rosa County, Florida, listed in the USGS Geographic Names Information System. It is a publicly mapped freshwater spot popular with local anglers. Check current conditions and nearby regulations before you fish.
About Crane Lake
Crane Lake is a lake in Santa Rosa County, Florida, listed in the U.S. Geological Survey's Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) as a named lake feature.
GNIS is the federal gazetteer of named physical features, so this entry confirms the lake's name and location — but it does not carry details about public access, boat launches, parking, ownership, or fishing regulations. Some lakes in Florida have public ramps or shore access; others are private, restricted, or accessible only via adjacent parks. Confirm the current access situation locally before visiting.
For boating and fishing access, water levels, and any permits or regulations that apply, check with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission or the local parks/land manager for this body of water.
Nearby lakes
Other spots nearby
- Fisher Old Mill Road Boat Ramp (Small Boats)Boat Ramp0.4 mi
- Eglin AFB - Broxson Branch Landing (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)Boat Ramp2.3 mi
- Guest Lake ParkBoat Ramp3.3 mi
- Eglin AFB - Metts Pond Canoe Launch (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)Boat Ramp4.8 mi
- Eglin AFB - Metts Bluff (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)Boat Ramp5.4 mi
- Eglin AFB - Boiling Creek Put-In (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)Boat Ramp5.7 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is Crane Lake?
It is a lake in Santa Rosa County, Florida, listed in the USGS Geographic Names Information System.
Can I launch a boat at Crane Lake?
The GNIS listing confirms the lake's name and location but not whether a public boat ramp or shore access exists. Check locally with the managing agency before visiting.
Where is Crane Lake located?
It is in Santa Rosa County, Florida.
Do I need a fishing license at Crane Lake?
Fishing in Florida is regulated by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Check current license requirements and any lake-specific rules before fishing.
Where does the data on Crane Lake come from?
This entry is sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey's Geographic Names Information System (GNIS), the federal standard for named geographic features.