Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive

Lake Apopka is located 15 miles (24 km) northwest of Orlando. It is the third largest lake in the state of Florida. The north shore of Lake Apopka is a haven for bird watching, wildlife photographers and nature lovers of all ages. While there are six main access points to the lake, the main attraction is the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive.

Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive lets you see and photograph a large variety of birds and wildlife from the comfort of your automobile. The drive takes about two hours (depending on stops). To learn more about access to the lake, visit Lake Apopka area access and trail map. Visit any of the galleries above to see photos of the wide variety of birds and other wildlife found around Lake Apopka.