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Lake Preston

Florida
2.79 km²
28.3116, -81.1385
9 species
NHD 112033345
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About Lake Preston

Lake Preston is a natural lake or pond in Florida, United States. It covers approximately 2.79 km² (691 acres). The lake centroid is located at 28.3116° N, 81.1385° W. 9 fish species are commonly found in waters like this one, including 1 introduced species. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season
October – April
Cooler months fish best in the south
Natural lake
Medium
Great for a day trip
Species diversity
Moderate
9 species in this region
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Lake Preston

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 11h 45m
Dawn10:57
Sunrise11:21
Sunset23:06
Dusk23:30

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  • Dawn10:27 – 12:21Excellent
  • Morning12:21 – 17:13Good
  • Midday17:13 – 20:06Calm
  • Afternoon20:06 – 22:06Good
  • Dusk22:06 – 00:00Excellent
  • Night00:00 – 10:27Good
Moon: 14% · waning↑ 08:23

Fish species

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Lake Preston?

Species you can expect in or near Lake Preston include Striped Bass, Crappie, Blue Catfish, Flathead Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Bluegill / Sunfish, Chain Pickerel, and others. The list is based on species present in Florida waters and GBIF occurrence records.

How big is Lake Preston?

Lake Preston covers approximately 2.79 square kilometres (691 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Lake Preston located?

Lake Preston is located in Florida, United States, with its centroid at 28.3116°, -81.1385°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF