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Board of County Commissioners Natural Resources Division

Boat Access Lake Directory

N a t u r a l R e s o u r c e s D i v i s i o n

Phone: 863-534-7377 Fax: 863-534-7368

4177 Ben Durrance Road Bartow FL 33830

Polk County’s

Board of County Commissioners Natural Resources Division

Revised: Spring 2004

Chairman, Commissioner Bob English, District 1Commissioner Randy Wilkinson, District 2Commissioner Jack R. Myers, District 3

Commissioner Paul Senft, District 4Commissioner Sam Johnson, District 5

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Robert Kollinger, P.E. Water Resources ManagerSheryl Taggart, Secretary I

Will Harboe, Env. Specialist IIIMark Mikolon, Env. Specialist III

Diane Gibson, Laboratory ManagerHong Nguyen, Env. Specialist III/ChemistMichele Medani, QA/QC Data ManagerChris Bolin, Env. Specialist IIIJohn Litscher, Env. Technician III

Michael Herr County Manager

Jim Bell Transportation Department Director

Jeff Spence Natural Resources Division Director

POLK COUNTY NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISIONWATER RESOURCES SECTION

2005

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents..........................................................................................................1 Disclaimers....................................................................................................................2 Acknowledgements .......................................................................................................3 List of lakes in this directory.........................................................................................4 Definitions .....................................................................................................................5 Boat Ramp/Access Rating System................................................................................6 Bottom Contour Map Explanation................................................................................7 Polk County Parks Fee Schedule ..................................................................................8 Boating Safety In Polk County Brochure .....................................................................10 Polk County Online Lake Atlas Brochure ....................................................................12 Generalized Maps of Polk County................................................................................14 Map of Winter Haven Chain of Lakes..........................................................................39 Map of Saddle Creek Park ............................................................................................40 Map of Tenoroc State Park ...........................................................................................41 Maps of Kissimmee River Waterway...........................................................................42 Phone numbers or web sites for additional information...............................................44

During drought conditions you may not be able to get to some lakes. As this photo taken in 2000 depicts

the canal between Lakes Mirror and Cannon is too shallow for boats to use.

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DISCLAIMERS This document contains the locations of access to lakes in Polk County that are available to the general public. Since ramps are owned by local, state, and private entities, or may not be owned or maintained at all, the hours of operations, fees, maintenance, etc., will vary. This directory should not be considered an all- inclusive document. There may be other lakes or pits that have public access. It is also possible for lakes in this directory to become “non” public access at any time. Therefore, you should always investigate ramps prior to trying to use them. Ramp conditions will vary from time to time due to low or high waters. Polk County assumes NO responsibility for the condition of ramps other than their own. We have tried to include the ramp maintenance entity, so you can contact the proper entity if you do have a problem. Some lake access may be a clearing off of the side of a road or a right-of-way, whereas there will not be any maintenance entity.

USE RAMPS OR LAKE ACCESS POINTS AT YOUR OWN RISK. Ramp Rating: This office created a ramp rating system for general condition information and should be used as a guide only. The rating may not be current depending on when the rating was done and when this document was printed. Directions to lake access sites are very specific (for those who may be new to the area) and should be easy to follow. Should you find any directions that are difficult to follow or are incorrect, please call 863-534-7377 and inform us so we can make the appropriate changes. If you know of other lakes in Polk County that are public access and are not listed in this directory please contact Michele Medani at 863-534-7377. If they are indeed public access, they may be included in this directory at a future date.

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Acknowledgements

Special thanks to the following for their help and input into this directory:

Polk County Leisure Services City of Lakeland

City of Winter Haven Lake Region Lakes Management District

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Some information in this document was incorporated from or supplied by the following: Guide To The Kissimmee Waterway, South Florida Water Management District brochure; Polk

County Leisure Services; Southwest Florida Water Management District; U.S. Geological Survey; Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Please feel free to copy this directory and pass it along. If you have any comments that could make this directory better, please put them in writing and mail to:

Michele Medani

Polk County Natural Resources Division 4177 Ben Durrance Road

Bartow, FL 33830 Or email: [email protected]

This document prepared by Michele Medani

QA/QC Data Manager

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Lakes Listed in this Directory

Agnes Easy Livingston Parker Alfred Echo Little Agnes Pierce Annie Elbert Little Bonney Reedy Arbuckle Eloise (WHCL) Little Crooked Rochelle (WHCL) Ariana Eva Little Eagle Rosalie Banana Fannie (WHCL) Little Elbert Roy (WHCL) Blue Ft Meade Pits Little Hamilton Saddle Creek Park Bonny Garfield Lulu Sears Buckeye Gator Mariam Shipp (WHCL) Buffum Gibson Mariana Smart (WHCL) Cannon (WHCL) Grassy Marie Somerset Carter Road X Pit Haines (WHCL) Marion Spring (WHCL) Carter Road Y Pit Hamilton Martha Summit (WHCL) Clinch Hancock Mattie Surveyors Confusion Hartridge (WHCL) Maude Swoope Conine (WHCL) Hatchineha (KWCL) May (WHCL) Tennessee Crago Hollingsworth McLeod Tenoroc (lakes) Crooked Howard (WHCL) Menzie Thomas Crystal Hunter Middle Hamilton Tiger (KWCL) Daisy Idylwild (WHCL) Mirror (WHCL) Tracy Deer Jessie (WHCL) Moody Wailes Deeson John Mud Weohyakapka (KWCL) Eagle Juliana Ned Winterset (WHCL) Lena Pansy

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DEFINITIONS

Canal Access Only – This means that a particular lake can only be reached by a canal. Chain of Lakes – If there is a check mark in this box it means that lake is part of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. FWC – Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission KWCHL – Kissimmee Waterway Chain of Lakes. Lake Depth – If a lake depth is available it will be listed here. Lake depth varies depending on site of measurement and may not reflect an overall lake depth of the lake. Lake Type – The values for this are: *Landlocked – no inflow or outflow on the lake. *Inflow –some type on inflow into the lake, whether it is a stream or a ditch. *Outflow – some type of outflow from the lake, whether it is a stream or a ditch. *Inflow & Outflow – some type of inflow and outflow for the lake, whether it is a stream or a ditch. Lat/Lon – This stands for latitude / longitude for approximate the center of the lake. NWHCL – Northern Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Ramp Checked – This is the month and year that the ramp was rated. Ramp Directory Map Page – Refers to the five maps on pages 13-17 in this directory. This is a generalized map of the area where the lake is located. Ramp Maint. Entity – Party responsible for maintaining the boat ramp on a particular lake. Ramp Rating – The definitions for the ramp ratings. Sport Fisheries and Rated by – The sport fisheries refers to how the sport fishing is in a particular lake and who rated it. S-T-R – Stands for Section-Township-Range used on DOT maps. Surface Area – This is the surface area of a lake in acres. This is a historical value – actual surface areas will vary as a lake rises and falls. SWHCL – Southern Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Vessel Information – This has information about which vessels can or cannot be used in a particular lake, or any other information that may be useful or important concerning vessels and a lake.

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BOAT RAMP RATING SYSTEM This “Rating System” was developed to give boaters an idea of what ramp or “lake access” conditions may be.

USE THIS RATING SYSTEM AT YOUR OWN RISK These conditions are ALWAYS subject to change due to high or low waters or other unknown factors. Some lake accesses are actually right-of-ways off of a road and even a 4x4 vehicle could have problems. It is possible that ramps have been upgraded as well, and may be in better condition than this directory reports. It is VERY IMPORTANT to check the rating DATE before attempting to enter a lake, and you should always check the ramp out when you arrive to confirm the condition! FORMAT: (1) Relative Rating (2) (Problem Characteristics) (3) Construction (1) Relative Rating Scale

Rating Generalized Meaning Excellent 4x4 vehicle not necessary; optimal launching depth; generally smooth surface,

good parking Good 4x4 vehicle not generally necessary; good launching depth; ramp surface fairly

smooth; adequate parking Fair 4x4 vehicle recommended; less than optimal launching depth; ramp surface

may be rough; minimal parking area Poor 4x4 vehicle needed; poor launching depth; ramp surface rough or uneven; may

have potholes; minimal to no designated parking area (2) (Problem Characteristics) Rough Surface; Steep Ramp; Shallow Ramp; Drop Off; Potholes; Lack of Parking; Loose Dirt Around Ramp; Fee Required (3) Construction Paved; Sand; Clay; Unpaved (grass or “generic” dirt); Geoweb & railroad rock EXAMPLES: Excellent Paved Good Clay Ramp Fair (shallow ramp, loose dirt, pot holes) paved Good (steep ramp) paved Good (loose dirt) paved Poor (shallow ramp, drop off, pot holes) unpaved grass or “generic” dirt Fair (lack of parking, pot holes, loose dirt) geoweb & railroad rock Fair (shallow ramp) sand

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Bottom Contour Map

There are several things to keep in mind when it comes to the contour maps in this directory. The maps in this document come from several sources and are not the same scale. Many of these maps are over 10 years old, and may not reflect how the bottoms are today. There are many lakes that do not have contour maps. In those cases, outlines of the lakes have been provided to give the user an idea of the shape of the lake. A (*) is placed on the contour map to show the approximate location of the boat access. This office produced some of these contours whereas others were obtained from the following agencies’

projects and/or reports.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Southwest Florida Water Management District

U.S. Geological Survey U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Bromwell & Carrier, Inc. City of Lakeland Lakes Program

The contour maps for the following lakes are not actual water depths, but instead represent the mean sea level measurements: Hatchineha, Rosalie, Tiger, and Weohyakapka.

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Board of County Commissioners Neighborhood Services Leisure Services Division

Drawer CS07 * PO Box 9005 Bartow, Florida 33831-9005

POLK COUNTY CAMPGROUNDS

Saddle Creek Park and Campground 3711 Morgan Combee Road

Lakeland, Florida 33801 Phone: (863) 413-2399

Lake Rosalie Park and Campground 2925 Rosalie Lake Road

Lake Wales, Florida 33853 Phone (863) 679-4245

Lake Arbuckle Park and Campground 2600 Lake Arbuckle Road Frostproof, Florida 33843

Phone (863) 635-2811

SCHEDULE OF USER FEES Fees are subject to change, you should always call first.

Camping site, for four, with electric and water Per night County residents $ 7.50 Non-county residents $ 10.00 Use of air conditioning $ 2.00 Each additional person $ 1.00 Camping site, for four, without electric and water Per night County residents $ 5.00 Non-county residents $ 7.00 Each additional person $ 1.00 Dumping stations Per dump Camper $ 5.00 Non-camper $ 11.00

Note: Maximum of 14 days use at campground per quarterly period. First Quarter January - March Third Quarter July - September Second Quarter April - June Fourth Quarter October - December

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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS LEISURE SERVICES

PARKS AND RECREATION

WELCOME YOU TO

POLK COUNTY’S CAMPGROUNDS

Enjoy Your Stay

Camping areas are provided for citizens and visitors an opportunity to experience recreational camping in our local environment. Please extend common courtesy to fellow

campers and observe the following park rules for the safety and enjoyment of all:

Must be 18 years of age to reserve campsite. One camping unit per site.

Station wagons, pickup trucks with shells, cars and passenger vans are not recognized as camping units.

Checkout time is 12:00 p.m. Any after-hour entry/exit must be prescheduled with Resident Park Caretaker.

Pets are to be attended and leashed at all times. Clean up after your pet.

Supervised outdoor fires are permitted in designated areas only. Intoxicants and firearms are prohibited.

Off-road and unlicensed vehicles are not permitted. Unattached generators are not permitted. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am. No washing of vehicles, boats or trailers.

Garbage to be deposited in dumpster. Grey water must be disposed of in dump station only.

The use of “Blue Boy” containers is prohibited. Commercial vehicles and solicitations are not permitted in or from the park.

“FOR SALE” signs are not permitted. Polk County is not responsible for loss or damage caused by fire, theft or accident.

Stays in the camping areas limited to 14 total calendar days per quarterly period.

First Quarter January -March Third Quarter July - September Second Quarter April – June Fourth Quarter October - December

For more information about the ordinances, contact:

Polk County

Natural Resources Division www.polk-county.net

863-534-7377

Refer violations to Polk County Sheriff’s

Office Marine Unit Day—863-534-7205

Evening—863-533-0344

For more information on

boating safety contact:

US Coast Guard Auxiliary 863-646-4630

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

(FFWCC) 863-648-3202

Boat/U.S.

1-800-336-2628

Visit our lakes atlas for more information about Polk County’s Lakes www.polk.wateratlas.org

• U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices must be worn by opera-tor and passengers

• Kill switch lanyard must be worn by operator

• Personal Water-crafts may not be operated between the hours from 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise

• Personal Watercraft Operators must be 14 years of age or older.

MANDATORY BOATER

EDUCATION LAW

Applies to motorboats 10 HP or greater and

personal watercrafts. Any person 16 years

of age and younger as of October 1, 1996

will be required to successfully complete an

APPROVED boating education course.

The age requirement will increase one year

each October 1st for five years following

1996. This one year increase per year ex-

tends to the year 2001 when all persons 21

years of age and younger must comply with

this law. Photographic identification and a

boater safety identification card MUST be

carried by person affected by this law.

It should be noted that personal water-

crafts are subject to ALL other boating

laws, rules, and legislation.

F e d e r a l a n d S t a t e L a w s C o n c e r n i n g P e r s o n a l

W a t e r c r a f t s a n d M o t o r b o a t s S a f e t y R e q u i r e m e n t s

P o l k C o u n t y B o a r d o f C o u n t y C o m m i s s i o n e r s

E n v i r o n m e n t a l S e r v i c e s D e p a r t m e n t

Tel: 863-534-7377


P o l k C o u n t y B o a r d o f

C o u n t y C o m m i s s i o n e r s E n v i r o n m e n t a l S e r v i c e s D e p a r t m e n t


All motorboats shall yield the right of way to non-motorized boats.

A boat shall not be oper-ated by a person who is under the influence of drugs and/or alcoholic

beverages to such an extent that his normal faculties are impaired to operate a boat in a safe manner.

No slalom course or ski jump may be placed in or remain in any water body in Polk County unless the following conditions are met:

1. The slalom or ski jump course shall have an open wa-ter approach of a minimum length of 600 feet and an open exit of a minimum length of 600 feet. An additional open water of 150 feet must exist on either side of the slalom course.

2. Prior to the installation of a slalom course or ski jump, a permit by the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection and any other regulatory agencies which require a permit for the placement of a slalom course or ski jump in a water body, must be obtained.

3. A slalom or ski jump course, which is in existence and has all required State and Federal permits prior to June 26, 1991, shall be exempt from the above requirements for the duration of the existing permit, applicable to such slalom or ski jumps.

Every person under six years of age while on board a boat measuring less than 26 inches in length shall wear a Type

I, II, or III flotation device approved by the United States Coast Guard, while the boat is underway. For purposes of the subsection, “underway” shall mean at all times, except when the boat is anchored, moored or aground.

No person shall power load any boat onto a trailer at any Polk County boat ramp in such a manner to undermine the ramp.

AIR BOAT ORDINANCES #94-37 AND #96-14

Prohibits the launching, operation, or use of air-boats on County park facilities at Lake Rosalie and Lake Pierce boat ramps.

Prohibits opera-tion of airboats between the fol-lowing hours: 10:00 PM—7:00 AM on Sun-day—Thursday and 12:00 mid-night—6:00 AM

on Friday, Saturday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.

Exemptions include Lakes Arbuckle and Hatchi-neha, Kissimmee River Oxbow located in Polk County (Camp Mack/Camp Lester) and Lake Kis-simmee.

Prohibits operations of airboats, above idle, within 500 feet of any residence at any time.

W A T E R W A Y P R O T E C T I O N C O D E O R D I N A N C E # 9 3 - 37

Any person who operates a boat upon the waters of this County shall do so in a careful and prudent manner so as to show no evidence of a wanton dis-regard for the safety of person or property.

All boats shall operate at a slow down/minimum wake speed within 150 feet from a canal or channel mouth. No boat shall exceed an idle speed/no wake within a canal or channel.

No boat shall travel on a plane (not fully settled into the water) within 150 feet of any canal opening or shoreline, or 75 feet from any fixed structure which ever is the greater distance to shore, except when pulling a skier from or returning him/her to shore.

Skiing shall be prohibited in channels or canals which are connected to lakes.

All boats shall keep at least 300 feet behind any boat towing a skier and shall stay clear of, by at least 150 feet, any bather or boat (anchored or in motion) unless ap-proaching at an idle speed. When a sla-lom course or ski jump is in use by skiers, all other boats shall stay at least 150 feet away on either side, and 600 feet from the entrance and exit.

Polk County has been blessed with many lakes and streams. Several ordinances have been created in Polk County to help make boating an enjoyable and safe experience for everyone.

Public Boat Ramp, Fisheries, Parks and Facilities, “Take it with You” Recrea-tion Summary Page.

Polk County Online

Lake Atlas

At a Glance . . .

ONLINE SITES . . .

Polk County Board of County Commissioners Natural Resources Division Parks & Recreation Division www.polk-county.net

Polk County Sheriff’s Marine Unit

http://polksheriff.org/le/marine.html/

Polk County Property Appraiser www.polkpa.org

Central Florida Visitors & Convention Bureau

www.sunsational.org

Polk County Sports Marketing www.centralfloridasports.com

City of Winter Haven

www.winterhavenfl.org

City of Lakeland www.lakelandgov.net

US Coast Guard

www.uscgboating.org

Southwest Florida Water Management District www.swfwmd.state.fl.us

South Florida Water Management District

www.sfwmd.state.fl.us

Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission

www.floridaconservation.org//fishing/

Florida Department of Environmental Protection www.dep.state.fl.us

www.polk.wateratlas.org

RECREATION

Printed: 4/6/04

P o l k C o u n t y N a t u r a l R e s o u r c e s D i v i s i o n

Polk County Lake Atlas

• Water quality overview

• Lake level, size, and location

• Trophic State Index

• Nutrients (Nitrogen and Phosphorus)

• Water Clarity

• Impaired Status

• Water quality graphing

The focus of this brochure is lake Information. Below is a brief overview of what you will find on the Polk County Lake Atlas w eb site.

Choosing The Atlas from the Home page will bring you to the Interactive Map or allow you to search for your lake or a watershed. Choose Research, Management , or Educational Tools for additional information and links.

INTERACTIVE MAP Use the mapping interface to find a waterbody or watershed.

SELECT A WATERSHED

• Water quality trends • Rainfall amounts • Land use • People and Management • Become a volunteer! • And MORE

SELECT A LAKE

• Water Levels

• WMD adopted management levels

• Contour Maps (if available)

Here’s an opportunity to share photos of your favorite lake. Aerial photos are also included.

THE ATLAS

GENERAL INFORMATION

PHOTOS

WATER QUALITY

HYDROLOGY

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Generalized map of Polk County

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* - Approximate location of some of the boat ramps

AP - Attended Park (trailer) HP - Handicapped fishing pier PG - Play ground BH - Beach P - Picnic area C - Camping T;BA - Tackle & Bait store

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For additional information concerning Polk County lakes contact the following agencies.

Polk County Natural Resources Division http://www.polk-county.net/county_offices/natural_resources/index.aspx

863-534-7377

Polk County Leisure Services (Parks & Recreation) http://www.polk-county.net/county_offices/leisure_svcs/index.aspx

863-499-2613

Polk County Online Lake Atlas www.polk.wateratlas.org

USF – Host to other Lake/Water Atlas’

http://www.wateratlas.usf.edu/

Lake Region Lakes Management District 863-293-1441

City of Lakeland

http://www.lakelandgov.net/ 863-499-8272

City of Winter Haven

http://www.mywinterhaven.com/citizenet/default.asp 863-291-5850

Tenoroc Fish Management Area

http://floridafisheries.com/offices/tenoroc-home/index.html 863-499-2422 - Reservations

Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission

http://floridaconservation.org/ 863-648-3203

Florida Lakes Management Society

http://flms.net/index.html

Florida Department of Environmental Protection http://www.dep.state.fl.us/

863-534-1448

Southwest Florida Water Management District http://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/

863-534-1448

South Florida Water Management District http://www.sfwmd.gov/

(Guide to the Kissimmee Waterway) 407-858-6100

Lake: Agnes City: Polk City

Surface Area (Acres): 374Elevation (MSL): 135.00Lake Type: Landlocked

Lake Depth (Feet): 8.90

Ramp Directory Map Page: 5;6

Ramp Directions:333 Bridges Rd. From Berkley Rd (655) Going North; Turn Left onto Hwy 33 (Commonwealth Ave); Go Southeast (Right) onto 559 South; Turn South (Right) onto Bridges Road which dead ends into Ramp. Ramp on North side of lake.

Ramp Maint. Entity: Polk County Leisure Services

Facilities at or near ramp:none

Park Hours: 5a-9p

Fisheries Rated By: FWC 5/04Sport Fisheries: Good

Chain Of Lakes

4-27-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 281006/814906

Ramp Rating: Excellent Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Wednesday, July 25, 2007

Lake: Alfred City: Lake Alfred

Surface Area (Acres): 722Elevation (MSL): 129.00Lake Type: Inflow & Outflow



Ramp Directions:Going North on 17/92 (Lk Shore Way); Go West (Left) on W. Haines Blvd.; Then Go North (Right) on Nekoma Ave. Ramp is at the end of the road; (In Lions Park); on the south shore of the lake; Just past the R/R Tracks. Turn left when you enter the park.

Ramp Maint. Entity: Lions Park (City of Lake Alfred owned)

Facilities at or near ramp:Picnic Area; Shelters; Playground; Beach; Restrooms; Youth Center; Plenty of Parking

Park Hours: 10a-6p

Fisheries Rated By: FWC 5/04Sport Fisheries: Excellent

Chain Of Lakes

30-27-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280600/814440

Ramp Rating: Good Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Annie City: Dundee

Surface Area (Acres): 537Elevation (MSL): 119.00Lake Type: Outflow



Ramp Directions:Going south on 27 turn east (Left) onto 542 (Dundee Road) the road turns into US 27A (SR 17) South; Follow US 27A (SR 17); Turn Right onto Race Road (Race Rd turns into a dirt road); Turn right onto Southern Road (a dirt road); Make a left onto Campbell Road; (a dirt road); Ramp is at the end of the road.


Facilities at or near ramp: Park Hours: 7a-8p


Chain Of Lakes

3-29-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275933/813623.7

Ramp Rating: Fair(Loose Dirt; Shallow Ramp; Pot Holes)Unpaved Grass or "Generic" Dirt

Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Arbuckle City: Frostproof

Surface Area (Acres): 3,794Elevation (MSL): 53.00Lake Type: Inflow & Outflow



Ramp Directions:From US 27 South, turn left (east) onto CR 630, then turn Right on N. Lake Reedy Blvd; Go about 5 miles then turn East (Left) on Lake Arbuckle Road and go about 3 miles to the Park.


Facilities at or near ramp:Attended Park; Camping/cottages; Picnic Area; Restrooms; Showers; Electric; Water

Park Hours: 5a-9p


Chain Of Lakes

14-32-29S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 274046/812339


Additional Information:Call 863-635-2811 for additional information and fees about park area.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Ariana City: Auburndale




Ramp Directions:From Hwy 92 west of Auburndale City limits; turn North (Right) onto Berkley Road (655); turn East (Right) onto Old Dixie Hwy; turn North (Left) onto Lake Ariana Blvd. Ramp located on southwest side of the lake next to the City beach. Go into the City beach and yacht club.

Ramp Maint. Entity: Auburndale

Facilities at or near ramp:Beach; Restroom; Picnic Area; Playground

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

3-28-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280458/814759



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Banana City: Highland City




Ramp Directions:5002 Tillery Road. Going South on Hwy 98 south of Lakeland; Turn West (Right) onto 540 (Clubhouse Road). Turn North (Right) on Tillery Road; which dead ends into the ramp.


Facilities at or near ramp:Picnic shelters, restrooms

Park Hours: 5A - 10P

Fisheries Rated By: FWC 5/04Sport Fisheries: Fair

Chain Of Lakes

10-29-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275844/815422



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Blue City: Winter Haven



Ramp Directory Map Page: 8;9;10

Ramp Directions:For both ramps from Havendale Blvd (544) heading west, turn left (south) onto 42nd St NW; turn left (east) onto Avenue Q NW; make an immediate left turn onto 40th St NW; go to end and turn east (right) onto Avenue U NW; Ramp #1 will be on your left. RAMP #2 - From ramp #1 Follow the road to the left onto Lake Blvd. RAMP #2 will be on the left.


Facilities at or near ramp: Park Hours: 7A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

13-28-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280254/814625

Ramp Rating: RAMP #1 Good(Drop Off)GeoWeb; RAMP #2 Poor(Rough Surface)Sand

Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:Plenty of Parking; Rough Entrance into Area. RAMP #2 - USE AT OWN RISK SIGN.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Bonny (Lkld) City: Lakeland




Ramp Directions:Going north on Hwy 98 into Lakeland turn right onto 98N (S Lk Parker Ave). Turn east (Right) onto E Main Street (542). The ramp is located off of Main Street and Interlachen Parkway intersection on the right on Lk Bonny Dr E.

Ramp Maint. Entity: City of Lakeland

Facilities at or near ramp:Park is open from sunrise to sunset. There is limited parking and backing space available.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

20-28-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280216/815536

Ramp Rating: Good(Steep Ramp)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Buckeye City: Winter Haven

Surface Area (Acres): 70Elevation (MSL): 128.00Lake Type: Inflow



Ramp Directions:Going north on 1st Street in Winter Haven turn east (Right) onto Central Avenue (542). Turn north (Left) onto E Lk Elbert Dr towards Polk Community College. Go north (Left) onto 11th Street NE; Go east (Right) on Buckeye Road. Ramp is on the left side of the road just after Funnyting Rd NE and before Buckeye Cir NE.

Ramp Maint. Entity: LRLMD

Facilities at or near ramp:Rough entrance into ramp; Limited parking, dock, fishing pier.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

22-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280226/814221

Ramp Rating: Good(Rough Entrance into ramp; Limited Parking)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Buffum City: Alturas

Surface Area (Acres): 1,554Elevation (MSL): 132.00Lake Type: Inflow



Ramp Directions:Going south on 27 turn west (Right onto 640 (Alt-Babson Park Cut Off Rd). Turn south (Left) onto Lake Buffum Rd; (Just past R/R Tracks); Follow Lk Buffum Rd around; go about 2.8 miles; turn left onto Lk Buffum Rd W; go about 2.9 miles; Turn off to the left onto Lk Buffum Rd S; go about 2.3 miles; Turn north (Left) onto Doc Lindsey Rd; the ramp will be on the right of the dirt road; on the south west end of the lake.




Chain Of Lakes

12-31-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 274754/813951

Ramp Rating: Poor(Shallow Ramp)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Cannon City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going east on 542; Avenue G NW; Turn (Left) onto 28th Street NW; Turn (Right) onto Avenue N NW; Turn left onto Lk Cannon Drive. The park is on the right of Lake Cannon Drive.


Facilities at or near ramp:Attended park; Picnic Area; Restrooms; Electric; Water

Park Hours: 7a-8p


Chain Of Lakes

19-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280218/814518



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Carter Road X Pit City: Lakeland

Surface Area (Acres):Elevation (MSL):Lake Type: Landlocked



Ramp Directions:Located in the Polk County Carter Road Park. From Hwy 37 turn east onto W Carter Road (37A), turn right into Park. From main entrance road in park, turn right where the road splits, follow road around to the first left; turn left and the ramp will be on the left.


Facilities at or near ramp: Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

25-29-23S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275525.8/815751

Ramp Rating: Good(Drop Off)Dirt Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Carter Road Y Pit City: Lakeland

Surface Area (Acres):Elevation (MSL):Lake Type: Landlocked

Lake Depth (Feet):


Ramp Directions:Located in the Polk County Carter Road Park. From Hwy 37 turn east onto W Carter Road (37A), turn right into Park. From main entrance road in park, turn right where the road splits, follow road around pass the pit area on the left and continue down the road; ramp will be on the right.




Chain Of Lakes

25-29-23S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275507.8/815809.

Ramp Rating: Fair(Steep Ramp)Dirt Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Clinch City: Frostproof




Ramp Directions:From US 27 turn east (Left) onto 630; turn south (Right) onto Palm Avenue; Follow down to City Park; the ramp will be on the right.

Ramp Maint. Entity: Frostproof

Facilities at or near ramp:Picnic Area

Park Hours: N/A


Chain Of Lakes

31-31-28S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 274528/813304

Ramp Rating: Fair(Shallow Ramp; Loose Dirt; Pot Holes)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Confusion City: Haines City


Lake Depth (Feet):

Ramp Directory Map Page: 15

Ramp Directions:West of Haines City. Going east on Hwy 17/92 turn north (Left) onto Kentucky St; Go approximately 500'; Turn west (Left) on Clay Road across from Lake Street; ramp is right next to a Seven Day Adventist Church.


Facilities at or near ramp:Very Rough Entrance into the Ramp Area and Lake. Little Turn Around Area.

Park Hours: 7a-9p


Chain Of Lakes

30-27-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280636/813902

Ramp Rating: Poor(Rough Surface; Pot Holes; Shallow Ramp; Steep Ramp; Lack of Parking)Geoweb & Railroad Rock

Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Conine City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going north on 1st Street (US Hwy 17) in Winter Haven go to 544; (Lucerne Park Road), ramp will be on the left just before Conine Drive.


Facilities at or near ramp:Picnic Area, fishing pier.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

9-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280340/814338

Ramp Rating: Good(Steep Ramp; Pot Holes)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Canal to Lake Smart


Lake: Crago City: Lakeland

Surface Area (Acres): 57Elevation (MSL):Lake Type: Inflow

Lake Depth (Feet):


Ramp Directions:May be reached via navigable canal from the north western section of Lake Parker. See directions on Lake Parker #1.

Ramp Maint. Entity: N/A

Facilities at or near ramp:see Lake Parker #1.

Park Hours: N/A


Chain Of Lakes

31-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /

Ramp Rating: N/A Ramp Checked: N/A


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access from Lake Parker ramps then through canal Ramp #1 on Lake Parker


Lake: Crooked City: Hillcrest Heights




Ramp Directions:From 60 going east turn south (Right) onto US 27A (SR 17); Going south on US 27A (SR 17) turn west (Right) on W Cody Villa Rd; Turn north (Right) onto Ohlinger Rd; Follow through to Bob's Landing on the right.

Ramp Maint. Entity: Private

Facilities at or near ramp:Fee Required; Restrooms; Gas; Oil; Snacks/drinks; Dock; Guides (Bob's Landing Office 863-638-1292)

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

1-31-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275224/813355

Ramp Rating: Good(Fee Required)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:Surface Area Includes Little Crooked Lake

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Crystal (Lkld) City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):


Ramp Directions:2500 N Crystal Lake Drive. From Hwy 92E; Turn south onto Combee Road (SR33); Go to South Crystal Drive; lake is adjacent to intersection. From Hwy 98S turn north onto Combee Road (SR33) and go north to intersection of Crystal Lake Drive. Lake will be on the Left.




Chain Of Lakes

21-28-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280136/815438


Additional Information:Boardwalk available when it's not submerged.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Daisy City: Garden Grove




Ramp Directions:From Cypress Gardens Blvd northwest of Cypress Gardens turn north (Left) onto Cypress Gardens Road; Turn right onto Lake Ned Road; (Cypress Gardens Road will turn to the right; Lake Ned Rd goes straight). Turn south (Right) onto Coleman Drive; Turn left at Y and the ramp will be on the northside of lake.


Facilities at or near ramp:picnic Area

Park Hours: 7A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

6-29-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275952/813940

Ramp Rating: Good( Lack of Parking)Paved Ramp Checked: 10/04

Additional Information:The photo of the ramp is old, ramp was improved in 2007.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Thursday, July 26, 2007

Lake: Deer (WH) City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Ramp #1 - (NE Ramp) in Winter Haven; Going east on Avenue G NW from Recker Hwy; Turn south (Right) onto 26th Street NW. The ramp is on the right on the east end of the lake. Ramp #2 - Going east on Avenue G NW from Recker Hwy; Turn south (Right) onto 33rd Street NW.


Facilities at or near ramp:#1-clay Parking Area #2-parking Is Limited; Little Turn Around Area.

Park Hours: 7A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

25-28-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280130/814549

Ramp Rating: #1- Fair(Rough Surface; Pot Holes)Sand #2- Good Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Deeson City: Lakeland




Ramp Directions:5305 Wood Creek East. Going north on Hwy 33 (Lakeland Hills Blvd); Turn north (Left) onto Wood Circle East. Ramp will be on the first curve in the road on the right.



Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

29-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280648/815601

Ramp Rating: Poor(Shallow Ramp; Loose Dirt; Pot Holes) Sand Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Eagle City: Eagle Lake




Ramp Directions:Going north on Hwy 17 turn west (Left) at the stop Llght (W Lake Eagle Ave) in Eagle Lake; Follow straight to the park.

Ramp Maint. Entity: City of Eagle Lake

Facilities at or near ramp:Dock; Fishing Pier; Picnic Area; Restrooms; Water; Beach; Shelters; Playground

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

1-29-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275910/814607



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Easy City: Highland Park

Surface Area (Acres): 423Elevation (MSL): 112.00Lake Type: Inflow



Ramp Directions:Going south on US Hwy 27 turn left onto CR 640 (Alturas-Babson Park Cutoff Rd). The road will turn into CR 17 (Scenic Hwy); turn left onto Muncie Rd follow down to the end; the road will come to a wooded area with a dirt road. Follow down to the lake.


Facilities at or near ramp: Park Hours: 5A - 10P


Chain Of Lakes

19-30-28S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275429/813349

Ramp Rating: Sand Ramp Checked: 06/04

Additional Information:Dirt launch at south end of lake with ample parking in grass and sand. There are pockets of undeveloped sugar sand.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

It is recommended to use a 4x4 to get to this launch area. These photos were taken 5/24/04


Lake: Echo City: Lake Alfred




Ramp Directions:Going north on 92 (S Lk Shoreway) in Lake Alfred turn west (Left) on West Cumming Street; Turn south (Left) onto S Winona Ave. The ramp is on the end of the Street. Turn east at end of road, pull by oak tree and back in.


Facilities at or near ramp:Limited parking for 3 or 4; fishing pier.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

5-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280458/814404



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Elbert City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going north on 1st Street in Winter Haven turn east (Right) on Central Avenue W (542); Then turn north (Left) on E Lake Elbert Drive; Towards the Polk Community College. Boat ramp is across the street from Polk Community College on the right.


Facilities at or near ramp:Dock; Fishing Pier; Seawall; The ramp is a little bit undermined on the left side.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

22-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280136/814232

Ramp Rating: Excellent(Rough Surface; Loose Dirt)Paved Ramp Checked: 04/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Eloise City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Lake Eloise is part of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes and may be reached from any of several boat ramps. The closest ramps are located on Lakes Summit and Roy.



Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

3-29-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275905/815214

Ramp Rating: N/A Ramp Checked: 04/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access to Lake Eloise is through canals

Canal from Lulu to Eloise

Canal from Summit to Eloise


Lake: Eva (HC) City: Haines City




Ramp Directions:Going north on 27 turn east (Right) onto 544; Turn north (Left) onto US 27A (SR 17); Turn left on Grace Ave which turns into Ponce De Leon Dr. Follow to the park and the ramp on the Left.

Ramp Maint. Entity: City of Haines City

Facilities at or near ramp:Playground; Picnic Area; Restrooms; Possible Sand Bars. There Is a Beach but it Is Closed.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

32-27-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280544/813748

Ramp Rating: Good(Steep Ramp; Shallow Ramp)Paved Ramp Checked: 04/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Fannie City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:3.7 miles west off of 1st Street at HWY 544 East; or 1.7 miles east of Old Lucerne Park Road; just before main entrance to the Wal Mart Distributing Office on Hwy 544 E, turn right.


Facilities at or near ramp:Portable bathroom; Fishing Pier; Parking in dirt

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

11-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280336/814125



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Ft Meade Pits City: Ft Meade


Lake Depth (Feet):


Ramp Directions:Heading south of 17/98 towards Ft Meade, City park will be located on the right just before 6th street.

Ramp Maint. Entity: City of Ft Meade

Facilities at or near ramp:Restrooms; walking trail; convenience stores nearby; limited parking

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

27-31-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /


Additional Information:Patterson Park

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:NO GASOLINE POWERED BOATS! Electric motor or man powered vessels ONLY!


Lake: Garfield City: Alturas




Ramp Directions:From Hwy 60 going east (east of Bartow); Turn south (Right) onto 655-A off Highway 60 (east of Bartow); Turn west (Right) onto Lk Garfield Landing Road to the lake.



Park Hours: 5a-10p


Chain Of Lakes

5-30-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275421/814400

Ramp Rating: Fair Paved Ramp Checked: 04/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Gator City: Hillcrest Heights




Ramp Directions:Access to Gator Lake from the north side of Surveyors Lake during extremely high waters; very shallow canal.

Ramp Maint. Entity: None

Facilities at or near ramp:None

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

26-30-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275033/814117

Ramp Rating: NA Ramp Checked: NA


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access to Gator Lake From ramp on Surveyors Lake then through canal (during high waters only)


Lake: Gibson City: Lakeland




Ramp Directions:4901 Lake Gibson Park. Going north on SR 33 (Lakeland Hills Blvd; turn left onto 582 (North Socrum Loop Road) go under I-4; Turn left onto Fernery Road then immediately turn north (Right) onto Lake Gibson Park Rd. Ramp located in County Park.


Facilities at or near ramp:Picnic Area; Shelters

Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

25-27-23S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280634/815735



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Grassy (EL) City: Eagle Lake




Ramp Directions:Going east on CR 540 turn south (right) onto Spirit Lake Road, turn south (left) on to Argentina Drive; follow to end of street.



Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

2-29-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275920/814645

Ramp Rating: Good( )Paved Ramp Checked: 4/28/04

Additional Information:The ramp was improved in 2007, the photo of the ramp is old.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Haines City: Lake Alfred




Ramp Directions:From Hwy 17/92 turn east (Right) on Haines Blvd.; road dead ends at the ramp. The ramp is located on the north shore in the City of Lake Alfred. During high water, the lake may be reached via canals from public ramps on Lakes Conine and Rochelle.


Facilities at or near ramp:Limited Parking; Fishing Pier

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

33-27-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280530/814226



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Haines Ramp

Canal between Lake Haines and Lake Rochelle


Lake: Hamilton City: Lake Hamilton




Ramp Directions:Ramp is located on the west side of US Hwy 27; 2.2 miles south of CR 544 on the right. Ramp is on the east side of the lake.


Facilities at or near ramp:Picnic Area; Restrooms

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

18-28-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280304/813918

Ramp Rating: Fair(Loose Dirt)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:Concrete is cracked and there is a deep hole and drop off at the end of the ramp.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Hamilton Ramp

Canal between Hamilton and Middle Hamilton


Lake: Hancock City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going west on Hwy 540; west of Winter Haven; Ramp is 2.2 miles past Thornhill Road on the left at the bridge crossing Saddle Creek. From US 98 going east onto CR 540 (Winter Lake Rd); Go 3.2 miles; Ramp will be on the right.



Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

8-29-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275830/815025

Ramp Rating: Poor(Rough Surface; Pot Holes; Lack of Parking)Sand Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Hartridge City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:From US 17 north bound, go west (Left) onto Havendale Blvd (Hwy 544) turn north (Right) onto 20th Street NW; Ramp is on the right. Ramp is on the southwest shore of the lake.


Facilities at or near ramp:Dock; Lots of Paved Parking; fishing pier.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

8-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280324/814433

Ramp Rating: Good(Pot Holes)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Hatchineha City: Lake Hamilton, East Of


Lake Depth (Feet):


Ramp Directions:East on Highway 60 to Boy Scout Road. Turn onto Boy Scout Road which will turn into Boy Scout Camp Road. Travel about 3.7 miles and turn right onto Camp Mack Road. Go 6 miles to Camp Mack Entrance.


Facilities at or near ramp: Fee Required - call 863-696-1108 for rates.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

27-28-29S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275119/812242

Ramp Rating: Not rated yet Ramp Checked:

Additional Information:Camp Mack River Resort - 14900 Camp Mack Road, Lake Wales, FL 33898

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:This lake is part of the Kissimmee River Chain of Lakes.

Map and Photo courtesy of Camp Mack River Resort


Lake: Hollingsworth City: Lakeland




Ramp Directions:From US Hwy 98 going north turn west (Left) onto Crystal Lake Drive. The road dead ends into Lake Hollingsworth Drive; go to the left. Ramp located in City Park south side of lake adjacent to the Lakeland Yacht Club.


Facilities at or near ramp:Dock; Walkpaths; Phone

Park Hours: 6A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

30-28-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280124/815645



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Howard City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:#1 (east side) From Hwy 17 going north follow 17 through; Turn west (Left) onto Avenue A SW; Turn left onto Lk Howard Dr SW; City Ramp on the right. #2 (west side) Follow Lk Howard Dr around to the west side; Ramp is located at the intersection of W. Lake Howard Dr & Avenue B NW.

Ramp Maint. Entity: #1 - east - City of Winter Haven #2 - we

Facilities at or near ramp:#1 - Dock; Limited Parking; fishing pier. #2 - Dock; Limited Parking; fishing pier.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

30-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280130/814440

Ramp Rating: #1 (east) - Good Paved #2 (west) - Good Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Hunter City: Lakeland




Ramp Directions:From S Florida Ave (SR Hwy 37) turn west (Left) onto Ariana Street; Turn right onto Harden Blvd; go about 1 1/2 miles - ramp will be on right side in the City park.


Facilities at or near ramp:Dock; Fishing Pier

Park Hours: 6A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

24-28-23S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280206/815800



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Idylwild City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:May be reached via boat ramps located on Lake Hartridge; Cannon; and Jessie; Then thru canals.



Park Hours: N/A


Chain Of Lakes

18-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280300/814525



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access through ramps on connecting lakes. Ramp on Jessie Ramp on Hartridge

Ramp on Cannon


Lake: Jessie City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going east on Havendale Blvd; Turn north (Left) on 29th Street NW; Then turn left on Lake Jessie Drive. Boat ramp is on the right at Lake Jessie Drive and Morton Rd; where Lk Jessie Dr dead ends.



Park Hours: 5a-9p


Chain Of Lakes

12-28-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280330/814549

Ramp Rating: Good(Loose Dirt)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: John City: Lakeland

Surface Area (Acres): 85Elevation (MSL):Lake Type: Pit



Ramp Directions:From US 98 going north towards Lakeland; Take a left onto Edgewood Drive; Go to 3rd stoplight which is Cleveland Heights Blvd; take a left. Take a left onto Westover Street (Y.M.C.A. on the same corner) - road deadends into Peterson Park; Take a right.


Facilities at or near ramp:Park Open-sunrise to Sunset. Restrooms; Picnic Area; Shelters; Playground; Boardwalk - Baseball Fields. Parking for 4-5 Boat Trailers. Use Idle Speed Only (trolling) until You Get to Open Lake Area.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

32-28-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /

Ramp Rating: Good(Steep Ramp; Loose Dirt)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Juliana City: Auburndale




Ramp Directions:Ramp on west side of lake. From US Hwy 92 west of Auburndale city limits. Turn north (Right) onto Berkley Road CR 655). veer right onto Old Berkley - The Gapway Road. Turn north (Left) onto Old Berkley Road when it splits from the Gapway Road. Turn east (Right) onto Fish Haven Road into Fish Haven Lodge; follow road straight down.


Facilities at or near ramp:Private Mobile Home Park; Fish Haven Lodge. Fee (call First to Check Fee Pricing); Restrooms

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

15-27-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280754/814810

Ramp Rating: Fair(Rough Surface; Fee Required)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:No power loading.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Lena City: Auburndale




Ramp Directions:From US Hwy 92 going east; (west of Auburndale); turn north (Left) onto Berkley Road (SR 655); turn east (Right) on Granada Rd to Lake Lena Vista Blvd.; Turn left on Lake Lena Blvd the ramp will be on the right.


Facilities at or near ramp:Very Little Parking; launching area is overgrown with aquatic weeds.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

9-28-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280358/814835

Ramp Rating: Fair(Drop Off)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Livingston City: Frostproof

Surface Area (Acres): 1,172Elevation (MSL): 87.00Lake Type: Outflow



Ramp Directions:Going south on US Hwy 27 make a left onto US 27A (SR 17); Turn east (Right) onto Livingston Lake Rd; (a red clay road) the road dead ends at the ramp.



Park Hours: 5a-9p


Chain Of Lakes

21-32-28S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 274114/813113

Ramp Rating: Good(Shallow Ramp)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:Road leading to ramp is clay, may need 4x4 during wet periods.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Ltl Agnes City: Polk City


Lake Depth (Feet):


Ramp Directions:Off of SR 559 just north of I-4 near Polk City. Boat ramp is located in Lelynn RV Resort.



Park Hours:

Fisheries Rated By: Sport Fisheries:

Chain Of Lakes

4-27-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280940/814828

Ramp Rating: Good(Fee Required, Steep Ramp,Very Narrow, Little Parking)Paved

Ramp Checked: 2/10/05

Additional Information:Ramp is only available during office hours. Call first (863) 984-1495. You must stop by office and pay to use the ramp.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

* - Boat Ramp


Lake: Ltl Bonney City: Lakeland

Surface Area (Acres): 22Elevation (MSL):Lake Type:

Lake Depth (Feet):


Ramp Directions:Access to this lake is through a canal in the south-eastern section of Lake Bonny. See Lake Bonny for directions.

Ramp Maint. Entity: NA


Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

21-28-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 2801.5/8155.17



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

This is the ramp on Lake Bonny.


Lake: Ltl Crooked City: Hillcrest Heights

Surface Area (Acres):Elevation (MSL): 118.00Lake Type: Inflow & Outflow



Ramp Directions:Going south on US Hwy 27 turn east (Left) onto CR 630; Turn north (Left) onto Keen Park Rd; the park is at the end of Keen Park Road.


Facilities at or near ramp:bad Potholes

Park Hours: 5a-9p


Chain Of Lakes

23-31-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /

Ramp Rating: Good(Shallow Ramp; Loose Dirt; Pot Holes)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Ltl Eagle City: Eagle Lake

Surface Area (Acres):Elevation (MSL):Lake Type: Inflow



Ramp Directions:Access to Little Eagle via opening on the north end of Eagle. See Eagle Lake for directions.


Facilities at or near ramp:Same as Eagle Lake

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

1-29-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /


Additional Information:See Eagle Lake

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access to Little Eagle through area on northern section of the lake

Ramp on Eagle Lake


Lake: Ltl Elbert City: Winter Haven

Surface Area (Acres):Elevation (MSL): 135.00Lake Type: Outflow



Ramp Directions:Access to Little Elbert via opening from Big Elbert. See Lake Elbert for directions.


Facilities at or near ramp:see Lake Elbert

Park Hours: N/A


Chain Of Lakes

22-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /

Ramp Rating: N/A Ramp Checked: n/a


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Ramp is located on Lake Elbert


Lake: Ltl Hamilton City: Lake Hamilton




Ramp Directions:May be reached via canals from ramp on Lake Hamilton just off of US Hwy 27.



Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

5-28-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280420/813806

Ramp Rating: N/A Ramp Checked: NA


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Canal from Middle Hamilton

Ramp on Hamilton


Lake: Lulu City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:May be reached via navigable canals connecting Lake Lulu to the rest of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. The closest boat ramps are on Lake Roy and Lake Shipp.



Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

4-29-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275950/814323



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access through canals from Lakes Shipp or Roy

Canal from Roy to Lulu Canal from Eloise to Lulu


Lake: Mariam City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going east on CR 542 (Dundee Rd); Turn right onto 18th Street SE; Turn left onto Mariam Drive. Ramp is on the south (Right) of the road. Ramp is on the north side of the lake.


Facilities at or near ramp:Little Turn Around Space and Little Parking; Dock; Fishing Pier

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

27-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280056/814150



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Mariana City: Auburndale




Ramp Directions:Hwy 92 between Lake Alfred and Auburndale. Going east on US Hwy 92 in Auburndale go north (Left) on Dairy Rd turn east (Right) onto Oak View Ave (just before the R/R Tracks). Go east; the ramp will be on the right side of the road 1/4 mile from Dairy Road.


Facilities at or near ramp:Limited Parking

Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

1-28-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280432/814552



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Marie City: Dundee




Ramp Directions:In Dundee on US 27A (SR 17) east of Dundee Park. You can get to south Marie from US 27A (SR 17) just past Barrett Avenue on the left; through the grass. During high water you can access through the southern section from the northern section.

Ramp Maint. Entity: Town of Dundee

Facilities at or near ramp: Picnic Area; Restrooms; Playground.

Park Hours:

Fisheries Rated By: FWC 5/04Sport Fisheries: NO DATA

Chain Of Lakes

27-28-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280110/813630

Ramp Rating: Poor(Shallow Ramp; Pot Holes)Unpaved Grass or "Generic" Dirt

Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:There are signs marking boat launching area on the northern and southern ends of the lake.The ramp access on the southern section is extremely overgrown with weeds and is not accessible.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Ramp on the north end of Lake Marie

Sign at boat ramp Area between the northern and southern sections


Lake: Marion City: Lake Hamilton, E Of




Ramp Directions:From US 27 going north turn east (Right) onto CR 542 Dundee Road; Turn north (Left) onto US 27A (SR 17); Turn east (Right) onto CR 542 (Lk Hatchineha Rd) turn north (Left) onto Jim Edwards Road; Go north to the ramp. Ramp is located on the south shore of the lake.



Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

5-28-28S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280448/813159



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Martha City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Go north on 1st Street N in Winter Haven to Avenue K NE; turn right. Go several blocks to the "Y" in the road. Turn right at the "Y" on to E Lake Martha Drive; Go approximately 100 yards from the "Y" and turn right into the Park.


Facilities at or near ramp:Dock; Fishing Pier

Park Hours: any Time


Chain Of Lakes

21-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280154/814317



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Mattie City: Polk City




Ramp Directions: You can also this lake through a canal from Lake Juliana on east side.


Facilities at or near ramp:Lake Juliana Ramp - Private Ramp; Launching Fee

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

14-27-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280810/814703



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access to Lake Mattie through Lake Juliana then through canal Ramp on Lake Juliana


Lake: Maude City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going north on 1st Street N; Turn east (Right) on Avenue O NE; Ramp is on the left side of the road just before you come to 5th Street NE. Ramp is on the south side of the lake.


Facilities at or near ramp:City Owned Park; the LRLMD has a boat dock; fishing pier.

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

21-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280224/814317

Ramp Rating: Good(Rough Surface; Pot Holes; Lack of Parking; Loose Dirt)Paved

Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:The park is owned by the city.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: May City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:May be reached via navigable canals connecting Lake May to the rest of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. May be reached from ramps on Lakes Howard and Shipp.



Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

29-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280048/814413



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access through canals from either Lake Howard or Lake Shipp. Ramp on Lake Howard

Ramp on Lake Shipp


Lake: Mc Leod City: Eagle Lake




Ramp Directions:From Hwy 17 in Eagle Lake turn east onto W Eagle Lake Loop Rd; ramp will be on the right.

Ramp Maint. Entity: City of Eagle Lake

Facilities at or near ramp:Boat Dock

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

7-29-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275800/814518

Ramp Rating: Good(Steep Ramp; Limited Parking)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Mdl Hamilton City: Lake Hamilton




Ramp Directions:Look at Lake Hamilton for access to Middle Hamilton.


Facilities at or near ramp: Park Hours: 5a-8p


Chain Of Lakes

7-28-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280050/813855

Ramp Rating: NA Ramp Checked:

Additional Information:There use to be a ramp on Middle Hamilton but it has been closed.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Canal from Middle Hamilton

Ramp on Hamilton


Lake: Menzie City: Dundee




Ramp Directions:From E Dundee Road (CR 542); in Dundee turn right onto Sheppard Ave; Turn right onto First Street. Follow First Street to the park. Park is on the right.

Ramp Maint. Entity: Town of Dundee

Facilities at or near ramp:Uneven road at concrete ramp. Picnic Area; Walk Paths; Shelters; Dock - Lots of Hydrilla in Lake

Park Hours: 8a-9p


Chain Of Lakes

28-28-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280108/813712

Ramp Rating: Good(Drop Off; Loose Dirt)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:Lots of hydrilla in the lake.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Mirror (WH) City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:May be reached via navigable canals connecting Lake May to the rest of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. The closest ramp Is on the west shore of Lake Cannon.



Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

20-28-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280216/814431



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access through canal from Lake Cannon. Ramp on Lake Cannon


Lake: Mud (PC) City: Polk City




Ramp Directions:From Berkley Rd (CR 655) going north turn west (Left) onto Hwy SR 33 (Commonwealth Ave). The ramp is on the (Right) south side of Highway SR 33 just before Tavares Rd and just past Steven Drive; southwest of Polk City. Ramp is on the north end of the lake; directly off of Highway 33. From I-4 heading east go 4.5 miles, ramp will be on the right.


Facilities at or near ramp:Limited unpaved parking area.

Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

6-27-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 281010/815038

Ramp Rating: Fair(Steep Ramp; Pot Holes; Drop Off)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Ned City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:From Cypress Gardens Blvd going towards Cypress Gardens turn left onto Cypress Gardens Road (there is a Block Buster Video on the left). Follow the road down to the 4-way stop. Go straight through the 4-way stop; the road will curve to the left and the ramp will be on the right.


Facilities at or near ramp:Parking Area Is Very Limited Only Room for Maybe Three Trailers.

Park Hours:

Fisheries Rated By: FWC 5/04Sport Fisheries: NA

Chain Of Lakes

1-29-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275951/814020

Ramp Rating: Good(Lack of Parking)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:***** Park area next to boat access is **** PRIVATE **** This park is NOT for the public *****

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Pansy City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going north on US 17 turn left onto Havendale Blvd NW; Turn right onto 21st Street NW; the ramp is on the right side of the road just south of Hwy US 92. Ramp located on west side of the lake. From US 92 turn onto 21st Street NW (Gilbert Field sign at street corner) lake is on the left.


Facilities at or near ramp:Dock

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

8-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280406/814436

Ramp Rating: Fair(Rough Surface; Loose Dirt; Pot Holes; Lack of Parking)Unpaved Grass or "Generic" Dirt

Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:Deep wash outs at ramp.. Dock is maintained by the LRLMD.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Parker (Lkld) City: Lakeland




Ramp Directions:Directions for the west ramp #1. Going north on US 98 towards Lakeland turn right onto Lake Parker Avenue (Lakeland High School will be on the Left). Go to end which will be US 92 - Make a left turn onto US 92 - Turn right onto West Lake Parker Drive. Follow around the lake. Park and ramp will be on the right. #2 from US 98 turn east (right) onto US 92 (Lk Parker Dr) Park will be on the left. #3 Follow same as above but turn east (left) onto E Lk Parker Dr; the ramp will be on the left across from Tanglewood Street.

Ramp Maint. Entity: #1&-#2 - City of Lakeland; #3-Polk Co.

Facilities at or near ramp:park Open from Sunrise to Sunset. Picnic Area; Walk Paths; Playground; Restrooms; Shelters; Phone; Fishing Pier; #2 - City of Lakeland Park; Dock; Shelters; Picnic Area #3 - None

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

8-28-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280400/815552

Ramp Rating: #1- Excellent Paved; #2-good Paved #3- Poor(pot Holes; Loose Dirt)Paved

Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Ramp #1

Ramp #2

Ramp #3


Lake: Pierce City: Dundee




Ramp Directions:Going south on 27 turn east (Left) onto CR17A; Turn north (Left) onto Timberlane Rd; turn right onto Boat Ramp Road. Ramp on the west side of the lake.



Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

9-29-28S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275830/813136



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:Air boats - Check air boat ordianances 94-37 & 96-14


Lake: Reedy City: Frostproof




Ramp Directions:Going south on US 27 turn east (Left) onto CR630; Turn right onto N Lake Reedy Blvd. Park is on the right side of the road. Ramp is located on the north west end of the lake.


Facilities at or near ramp:Restrooms; Picnic Area; Water; Uneven parking area. A floating dock will be installed in 2004.

Park Hours: 5a-9p


Chain Of Lakes

35-31-28S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 274431/812958

Ramp Rating: Good(Rough Surface; Loose Dirt)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Rochelle City: Lake Alfred




Ramp Directions:Ramp is located on the northwest shore of the lake off of Hwy 17/92 just as you enter Lake Alfred; on the right side of the road; Just past the R/R Tracks and before you come to E Davis St. May also be reached from ramp on Lake Conine.

Ramp Maint. Entity: City of Lake Alfred

Facilities at or near ramp:Dock

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

4-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280418/814315



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Rochelle Ramp

Canal between Lake Haines and Lake Rochelle


Lake: Rosalie City: Lake Wales




Ramp Directions:Going east on US Hwy 60; two miles from Nalcrest/Fedhaven. Turn north (left) on Tiger Lake Road; Go two miles (there will be a sign reading "Lake Rosalie"); Turn left onto Lk Rosalie Rd (a clay road) and go one mile. Boat ramp is at the end of Lake Rosalie Rd.


Facilities at or near ramp:Attended Park; Shelters; Dock; Restrooms; Picnic Area; Electric; Campping; ShowersWater - Call 665-2283

Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

27-29-29S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275604/812418

Ramp Rating: Fair (Shallow Ramp) Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:Call 665-2283 for more information about park area.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:Air boats - Check air boat ordianances 94-37 & 96-14

At the time of the ramp picture below the lake was extremely low. There is an area to the left of this photo that may be used to launch.


Lake: Roy City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going east on Cypress Gardens Blvd turn south (right) onto E Lake Roy Drive. Ramp is on the right at intersection of Rydalmont Dr and Lk Roy Dr.



Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

34-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280004/814228

Ramp Rating: Excellent(loose Dirt)paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Ramp on Lake Roy

Canal from Lulu to Roy

Roy to Lulu


Lake: Saddle Creek Park City: Lakeland

Surface Area (Acres):Elevation (MSL):Lake Type:

Lake Depth (Feet):


Ramp Directions:3716 Morgan Combee Road. Going east on US Hwy 92 from Lakeland go approximately 1.6 miles past SR 33A; Turn left onto Saddle Creek Park Road. Go north to the ramps at different locations in the Park. There are five different locations in the park to launch from.


Facilities at or near ramp:Attended Park; Shelters; Beach; Picnic Area; Electric; Water; Restrooms; Camping/cottages; Playground; Call 667-0371

Park Hours: 5a-9p


Chain Of Lakes

11-28-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Ramp #1 Ramp #2

Ramp #4

Ramp #3

Ramp #5


Lake: Sears City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:100 Lake Sears Drive. Going north on US17 turn left; (light at the Bartow Airbase) onto Spirit Lake Road; go 3.8 miles and turn east (right) on Lake Sears Drive. The ramp Is on the right; at the intersection of Lk Sears Dr and Hatfield Rd.; north side of the lake.


Facilities at or near ramp:Picnic Area

Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

36-28-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280026/814625



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Shipp City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Ramp #1 - 1651 Lake Shipp Drive. From US 17 turn left (NW) onto E Lake Shipp Drive go about 1.5 miles the park (Sertoma Park) is on the right.

Ramp #2 - 2403 Seventh Street SW. From US 17 heading north turn left (NW) onto S Lake Shipp Drive. Cross the railroad tracks then turn right at the light onto 7th Street SW. Go across the canal and the park will be on the left.


Facilities at or near ramp:Ramp #1 - Attended Park; Picnic Area; Electric; Water; Restrooms; Shelters. Ramp #2 - Sheltered picnic area, restrooms, water. Multiple boat ramps with ample parking and boat docks.

Park Hours: 5a-9p


Chain Of Lakes

32-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280012/814436

Ramp Rating: Ramp #1 - Excellent Paved; Ramp #2 - Excellent Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:Ramp #2 - is a major launching area for fishing tournaments. There is ample parking and launching ramps.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Silver (WH) City: Winter Haven



Ramp Directory Map Page: 8;9;10;12

Ramp Directions:From 1st Street N travel south to Lake Silver Rd. Ramp will be on the right.

Ramp Maint. Entity: City of Winter Haven

Facilities at or near ramp:Fishing pier

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

20-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280154/814342

Ramp Rating: Not rated yet Ramp Checked:


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Smart City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Access to this lake is through a ramp on Lake Conine.




Chain Of Lakes

9-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280330/814241



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access through ramp on Lake Conine

Ramp on Lake Conine

Canal from Lake Conine


Lake: Somerset City: Lakeland

Surface Area (Acres): 50Elevation (MSL):Lake Type: Pit



Ramp Directions:From US 98 going north towards Lakeland turn west (Left) onto E Edgewood Dr (CR 37A); Turn south (left) onto Lakeland Highlands Rd (CR 37B) turn west (right) onto Glendale Street; Ramp is just west of the City of Lakeland's Waste Water Treatment Plant on the left.



Fisheries Rated By: FWC 5/04Sport Fisheries: Poor

Chain Of Lakes

32-28-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /

Ramp Rating: Poor(Pot Holes; Lack of Parking; Steep Ramp)Unpaved Grass or "Generic"Dirt

Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:The park is open from sunrise to sunset. Very bad potholes and very bad hydrilla.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Spring City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:May be reached via ramps on Lakes Cannon and Hartridge; then thru canals.



Park Hours: N/A


Chain Of Lakes

20-28-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280218/814406



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access through ramp on Lake Cannon then through canal from Lake Mirror. Ramp on Lake Cannon


Lake: Summit City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going east on (CR 540) Cypress Gardens Blvd; turn right onto W Lake Summit Drive; ramp will be on the left.


Facilities at or near ramp:Dock; fishing pier.

Park Hours: 5am-9pm


Chain Of Lakes

34-28-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280012/814152



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Ramp on Summit

Canal from Summit to Eloise


Lake: Surveyors City: Alturas




Ramp Directions:Going south on US 27 turn west (right) onto CR 640 (Alt - Babson Park Cutoff Road); turn south (left) onto Marshall Edwards Rd; Follow Marshall Edwards Road south, road will dead end at boat ramp. Ramp located on west side of lake.


Facilities at or near ramp:Road Is Rough Going down to the Ramp; Narrow Entrance into Ramp.

Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

26-30-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275014/814140

Ramp Rating: Fair(Pot Holes; Loose Dirt)Unpaved grass or "generic" dirt Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Swoope City: Lake Alfred




Ramp Directions:From US 17/92 going north into Lake Alfred; go straight where US 17/92 goes off to the right; veer off to the left onto N Lake Shoreway; Then east (right) onto E Swoope St; Then take the first left onto N Rochelle Dr; ramp is on the left side of road. Ramp is located on the south shore of the lake.

Ramp Maint. Entity: City of Lake Alfred

Facilities at or near ramp:Boat Dock, Fishing pier, picnic area, drinking fountain

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

29-27-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280610/814331



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Area on the lake to get to the northern section of the lake


Lake: Tennessee City: Polk City




Ramp Directions:US Hwy 92 west of Auburndale city limits Turn north (right) on Berkley Road (CR 655). veer right onto Gapway Rd/Old Berkley Rd. Turn north (left) onto Old Berkley Road when it splits from the Gapway Road. Follow Old Berkley Road around to Lake Tennessee. Ramp located on the east (right) side of Old Berkley Road just past Lk Tennessee County Estates sign.


Facilities at or near ramp:Limited to Very Little Parking and Little Turn Around Space, narrow launching area.

Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

9-27-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280840/814848



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Tenoroc 2 City: Lakeland

Surface Area (Acres):Elevation (MSL):Lake Type: Pit

Lake Depth (Feet):


Ramp Directions:3829 Tenoroc Mine Road. From intersection of I-4 and SR 33, travel south on ST 33 for 1.5 mailes to Combee Road. Turn left and go 1.3 miles to Tenoroc Mine Road. Turn left and go 1.7 miles to area check-in building.

Ramp Maint. Entity: FWC

Facilities at or near ramp:Single-lane ramp with floating courtesy dock. Facility is universally accessible at normal water levels.

Park Hours: 6:30am - 5:30p


Chain Of Lakes

28-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /

Ramp Rating: Ramp Checked:

Additional Information:Maps are available at time of check-in. Access is limited to Thursday through Sunday, 6:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:No outboard motors allowed with 10 boat limit. NO Gasoline motors may be used on boats.




Lake Depth (Feet):




Facilities at or near ramp:Single-lane ramp with floating courtesy dock. Facility is universally accessible at normal water levels.



Chain Of Lakes

28-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:No outboard motors allowed with 12 boat limit. NO Gasoline motors may be used on boats.




Lake Depth (Feet):




Facilities at or near ramp: Park Hours: 6:30am - 5:30p


Chain Of Lakes

28-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:NO Gasoline motors may be used on boats.




Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

28-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:Boats are restricted to idle speed-no wake.


Lake: Tenoroc A City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

28-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only



Lake: Tenoroc B City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

28-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:Boats are restricted to idle speed-no wake.


Lake: Tenoroc C City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

33-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only



Lake: Tenoroc Cemetary City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

25-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:NO Boats Allowed.


Lake: Tenoroc Derby City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

33-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:NO Boats Allowed.


Lake: Tenoroc F City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

33-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Tenoroc G City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

33-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Tenoroc Hydrilla City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

33-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:NO Gasoline motors on boats.


Lake: Tenoroc Picnic City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):




Facilities at or near ramp:Single-lane ramp with floating courtesy dock. Unimproved parking area. Facility is universally accessible at normal water levels.



Chain Of Lakes

-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:No outboard motors allowed.


Lake: Tenoroc Shop City: Lakeland


Lake Depth (Feet):






Chain Of Lakes

-27-24S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: /



Canal Access Only



Lake: Thomas (WH) City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Going north on US 17; turn left (east) (light at the Bartow Airbase); onto Spirit Lake Road; Turn west (left) onto Lakeview Blvd. Ramp at end of Lakeview Blvd and Lk Thomas Dr.



Park Hours: N/A


Chain Of Lakes

35-28-25S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280038/814656

Ramp Rating: Poor (Shallow Ramp; Drop Off; Pot Holes) Unpaved Grass or "Generic" Dirt

Ramp Checked: 4/04

Additional Information:Ramp are is supposed to be improved in the future possibly 2008. Use at own risk.

Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Tiger City: Lake Wales




Ramp Directions:Going east on 60; two miles from Nalcrest/Fedhaven; turn left onto Tiger Lake Road; turn right onto Rawls Rd. There will be a sign that says Bud's Fish Camp. It may be possible to reach Tiger Lake from the north eastern section of the lake from Lake Kissimmee through the canal during high waters.


Facilities at or near ramp:Camping/Cottages; Fee Required; Groceries; Gas; Showers Restrooms; Water; Electric; Bait; Phone 863-292-9955 (Bud's RV Park & Marina)

Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

6-30-30S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275338/812128

Ramp Rating: Good(Fee Required; Loose Dirt)Paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Tracy City: Haines City




Ramp Directions:From US Hwy 17/92 going east into Haines City; go north (left) on Mc Kay Dr; the ramp will be to the right. Ramp is located on the southwest side of the lake.

Ramp Maint. Entity: City of Haines City


Park Hours:


Chain Of Lakes

29-27-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 280640/813804

Ramp Rating: good(steep Ramp)paved Ramp Checked: 4/04


Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Wailes City: Lake Wales




Ramp Directions:From SR 60 heading east turn north (left) onto N 1st Street; Turn east (right) onto E Central Avenue; Go to the end and turn north (left) ontoN Lake Shore Blvd. The ramp is on the right of the road; the north side of the lake.

Ramp Maint. Entity: Lake Wales

Facilities at or near ramp:No Facilities at the Ramp but down the Street near the Ball Park: Restroom; Playground; Picnic Area; Walk Paths

Park Hours: 6A-10:30P


Chain Of Lakes

1-30-27S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275411/813430



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Weohyakapka City: Lake Wales




Ramp Directions:From SR 60 heading east; east of Lake Wales turn south (right) onto Walk In The Water Rd; go about 5 1/2 miles; turn east (left) on Boat Landing Rd; the road dead ends at the park.


Facilities at or near ramp:Boat Dock

Park Hours: 5A-10P


Chain Of Lakes

3-31-29S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 274906/812449



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:


Lake: Winterset City: Winter Haven




Ramp Directions:Lake Winterset is part of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes and may be reached from any of several boat ramps. The closest is located on Lake Summit.



Park Hours: N/A


Chain Of Lakes

11-29-26S-T-R:

Lat/Lon: 275834/814103



Canal Access Only

Vessel Information:

Access to Lake Winterset is through canals

Ramp on Lake Summit Lake Eloise to Winterset Canal


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