Town(s):
EUSTIS FL
County:
Size:
1161
acres
Average Depth:
feet
Maximum Depth:
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply
Swimming:
Unknown
Lake Norris is a spectacular darkwater lake and the Lake Norris Conservation Area was purchased to protect the extensive hardwood swamp that lies on the western shore of the lake and the shoreline of Black Water Creek, a major tributary of the Wekiva River. The upland portion of the conservation area consists of improved pasture, scrub and planted pine.
One of the special highlights of this property is its high concentration of osprey nests. The cypress that ring the outer perimeter of this blackwater lake boasts one of the highest concentrations of nesting osprey in central Florida. Staff at the Boy Scout Camp located on the northern shore of the lake have reported counting more than 100 active nests in the cypress trees that ring the lake.
Visitors here may enjoy a short canoe or kayak trip up Blackwater Creek from the trailhead off Lake Norris Road or rent a canoe for the day through the Lake County Water Authority.
Please respect Florida’s wildlife and use caution while visiting district lands. These are wild animals. For your safety, do not approach or feed any wild animal. A habitat for many animals and birds dependent on a wetlands environment, this property expands the Florida black bear corridor. Also found here are osprey, gopher tortoises, alligators and various types of snakes.
Access is off Lake Norris Road.
Water Quality:
No Known Issues, Town/State Monitoring
Vegetation Growth:
Unknown
Non-native Species:
Unknown
Fish Species:
Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Carp, Channel Catfish, White Catfish, Sunfish, Bluegill, Striped Bass
Boat Access:
Primarily Car-top boats & Canoes
Parking Spaces:
Unknown
Shoreline Development:
Unknown
