Lake Wauburg

Lake Wauburg is located just south of Paynes Prairie in central Alachua County, Florida, United States.
The lake is in the Ocala Uplift District, situated between the forested highlands of the Fairfield Hills area and the surrounding dissolution valleys of the Alachua Prairies.

Geography

Lake Wauburg is irregular in shape, covering with about of shoreline. The fertile green water supports shad and a deep grass line is good to hold fish. It had a maximum depth of and offers excellent Black Crappie and Bass fishing.
The lake is adjoined to the east by Sawgrass Pond. A marshy area to the northwest is separated from the lake by a topographic high.

Lake access

The southern edge is boarded by Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, which allows public access to the lake and a boat launch. Outboard motors are prohibited on the lake but trolling motors and paddle boats are permitted.

University of Florida

The north end of the Lake is owned by the University of Florida and is operated as a recreation facility for students and faculty.