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Idylwild has no public access directly. There are no boat ramps or public swimming areas. However, boats may access the lake from three canals. One on the northwest, connects to Lake Jessie. One on the east connects to
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16:Natural freshwater lake in Winter Haven, Florida
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94:81°45′24″W
91:28°03′01″N
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