Glades County Map, Florida
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Glades County, Florida
Glades County isn’t your typical Florida hotspot. It’s tucked away in the state’s heartland, far from the beaches and theme parks. The county is mostly rural, with vast stretches of ranchland and sugar cane fields.
Moore Haven, the county seat, sits on the western shore of Lake Okeechobee. From a fisherman’s perspective, this place is paradise because the lake’s full of bass and catfish. Airboats are as common as cars in some parts. You might spot a gator sunning itself by the canal.
The Seminole Tribe has a reservation here. Glades County is quiet, but that’s how locals like it. It’s a slice of old Florida that time seems to have forgotten. Don’t come looking for nightlife. But if you want to see stars, this is your spot.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Glades County |
| County Seat | Moore Haven |
| Population | Approximately 14,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Moore Haven, LaBelle, Buckhead Ridge, Ortona, Palmdale |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. 27, U.S. 41, SR 29 |
| FIPS Code | 12-043 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,207 square miles (land: 988 sq mi, water: 219 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Highlands County (North), Okeechobee County (Northeast), Martin County (East), Palm Beach County (Southeast), Hendry County (South), Lee County (Southwest), Charlotte County (West), DeSoto County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Florida |
| Coordinates | 26.8224° N, 81.1264° W |
| Etymology | Named for the Florida Everglades and wetlands of the area |
| Major Landmarks | Lake Okeechobee, Big Cypress National Preserve, Babcock Ranch |
| Website | Glades County Website |
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