Lake Wales is located in the very geographical center of Florida, west of Lake Kissimmee and east of Tampa. It was established back in 1917. Prior to that, it was considered almost uninhabitable. It was the arrival of the railroad in 1911 to Lake Wales that ended the town's isolation and inspired early settlement. The original Atlantic Coast Line depot was the first building in Lake Wales. Shortly after in 1913, a larger framed building replaced the original. The new depot was capable of accommodating both freight and passengers, which further helped the young town to grow.
Lake Wales Florida offers many family-friendly places to visit including Bok Tower Gardens Historic Landmark. These gardens are open 365 days a year and boast must-see landscapes and architecture. The Singing Tower and gardens provide perfect backdrops for family picnics or dining at their cafe. There are numerous photography opportunities. You can also take advantage of the hiking trails to enjoy bird watching.
For the outdoor enthusiast, enjoy over 20 miles of hiking and equestrian trails at the adjacent Lake Kissimmee State Park, or take an exhilarating airboat tour of the lakes.
A fun place to visit is Spook Hill where cars put in neutral inexplicably defy the laws of science and appear to be travelling uphill. There are many places lurking across almost every region across the North America.
Old town Lake Wales contains notable examples of of its history and architecture from the 1920's, a time when Florida was experiencing a land boom. The tallest building locally is the Hotel Grand, which is now in the process of being restored to its former glory.
There are many vacation rentals in Lake Wales. Some are located downtown, while others offer a bit more privacy and are located on the outskirts of the city. Regardless of location, all of Lake Wales vacation homes are comfortable and luxurious, offering tons of space for entertaining family and friends. Guests have the chance to rent large homes with modern amenities, small cottages and single rooms within some of Lake Wales most popular lodges.
Lake Wales experiences long, hot, wet summers. The winters are short, cool, and partly cloudy. The temperature typically varies from 50°F in the winter months to 90°F and humid in July. It is rarely below 37° or above 94°. The Best time to visit is early spring or early fall when the temperatures and humidity are at their most comfortable.
This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Lake Wales. The warmest months in Lake Wales are June and July, when temperatures reach 97 ˚F. The coolest month is December, when temperatures drop to 28 ˚F. The wettest month in Lake Wales is April with 7.06 inches of rain, while the driest month is March with 0.02 inches of rain.
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At AllTheRooms.com we have accommodations from all of the leading providers - Airbnb, Priceline, Agoda and many more. We have 198 vacation rentals, hotels and other places to stay in Lake Wales ranging from budget options to extravagant places to stay. A vacation in Lake Wales can be budget-friendly - our lowest price rental is available at $25 a night. On average, a place to stay in Lake Wales will cost you $127 per night.
If you need internet access during your time in Lake Wales, then you can choose from over 56 places to stay that have WiFi internet. 3 of our accommodations come with breakfast in the price. You can keep up with your workout regime by staying at one of 14 accommodations that provide gym facilities. If you're planning on getting to Lake Wales by car, be sure to choose from 65 accommodations that provide parking. We track 24 vacation rentals that have a pool or jacuzzi.
Those traveling with a dog, cat or some other animal can stay in any of 23 accommodations that are designated as pet-friendly.
116 accommodations in Lake Wales have been reviewed; 66% are rated excellent or good. 54 accommodations allow instant booking.