Lake
Dead Lake
Santa Rosa County, Florida
At a glance
- Feature class
- Lake
- USGS feature ID
- 281380
- Coordinates
- 30.71730, -87.27808
Before you go
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Dead 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 Dead Lake
Dead 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
- Molino Public Boat RampBoat Ramp1.7 mi
- Keyser Landing Boat RampBoat Ramp3.0 mi
- Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat RampBoat Ramp5.1 mi
- Beck's Lake Fish Camp - Harvester's Landing (annual pass required)Boat Ramp6.3 mi
- Becks Lake Fish Camp Pay RampBoat Ramp6.5 mi
- Chumuckla Springs Public Boat RampBoat Ramp7.8 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is Dead Lake?
It is a lake in Santa Rosa County, Florida, listed in the USGS Geographic Names Information System.
Can I launch a boat at Dead 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 Dead Lake located?
It is in Santa Rosa County, Florida.
Do I need a fishing license at Dead 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 Dead 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.