Town(s):
WINDERMERE FL
County:
Size:
124
acres
Average Depth:
25
feet
Maximum Depth:
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Power Boats, Jet-skis, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply
Boating Comments:
36 mph restrictions on Butler Chain.
While skiing is possible on the western part of Wauseon Bay, there are no public boat ramps.
Swimming:
Swimming Allowed, No Restrictions
Wauseon Bay (part of the Butler Chain) is a smaller body of water which essentially acts as a conduit from the west side of Lake Down to Lake Butler. It also provides lake frontage for many homes in the city of Windermere. Skiing is possible on the western part of Wauseon Bay, but the east side from Bumby Point to the canal is restricted to a no-wake zone on the north side of the bouys due to the proximity of docks. From the south exit of Wauseon Bay, the boater moves onto Lake Butler.
Water Quality:
No Known Issues
Vegetation Growth:
Unknown
Non-native Species:
Unknown
Boat Access:
None, Private Lake
Ramp Comments:
The nearest boat ramp can be found directly on Lake Down, but there is no public parking there. Other boaters will access Lake Down via a ramp in RD Keene Park on Lake Isleworth or, the ramp at the Orange County Sportsman’s Association on Lake Sheen, which requires a membership. RD Keene has excellent parking and is only $5. Boaters must navigate the canals between the lakes of the Butler Chain to get to Lake Down.
Parking Spaces:
None
Shoreline Development:
75-100%
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