Lake
Duck Pond
Okaloosa County, Florida
At a glance
- Feature class
- Lake
- USGS feature ID
- 281823
- Coordinates
- 30.67024, -86.63252
Before you go
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Duck Pond is a lake in Okaloosa 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 Duck Pond
Duck Pond is a lake in Okaloosa 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
- Eglin AFB - Duck Pond Jon Boat Launch (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)Boat Ramp0.1 mi
- Eglin AFB - Gin Hole Landing (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)Boat Ramp1.3 mi
- Eglin AFB - Carr Landing (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)Boat Ramp3.9 mi
- Bill Duggan Jr. ParkBoat Ramp4.1 mi
- Eglin AFB - Metts Bluff (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)Boat Ramp5.7 mi
- Eglin AFB - Metts Pond Canoe Launch (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)Boat Ramp6.3 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is Duck Pond?
It is a lake in Okaloosa County, Florida, listed in the USGS Geographic Names Information System.
Can I launch a boat at Duck Pond?
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 Duck Pond located?
It is in Okaloosa County, Florida.
Do I need a fishing license at Duck Pond?
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 Duck Pond 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.