Polk County
What towns are near Lake Wales, Florida?
The closest towns to Lake Wales are Babson Park, Frostproof, Dundee, and Waverly, with Winter Haven, Bartow, Haines City, Lake Alfred, Auburndale, Lakeland, and Sebring all within about an hour.
Each nearby city has its own page with a short profile, what it's known for, an interactive map pin, and the next events in that area.
Reviewed 2026-08-07 · Lake Wales Guide