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| Map of the park with no scale included |
After Brooker Creek on Saturday we decided to drive up to Tarpon to find the original ramp we were going to launch from on the Anclote River. Instead Fiona found a canoe launch that looked excellent and would put us right in the middle of the Anclote River.
The North Anclote River Nature Park promised a dedicated canoe ramp and easy access.
The park was small and wooded with adequate parking, restrooms, and a small playground.
What we did not see was where the actual canoe launch was. After observing a sign that said all vehicles would be towed after 8 pm we set off on foot to check out the ramp.
We walked a very long way. By now the bugs were just awful! And no sign of a ramp. We eventually spotted the ramp (which we only identified because of the sign) as a small break in the shrubbery and a little sandy bank.
Has anyone actually dragged a canoe or kayak all this distance? Even a very light vessel and a few belongings would be a major undertaking.
But for those strong people who really want to paddle the anclote, it gives you a safe place to park your vehicle. Make sure to bring a LOT of bug spray!
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| The Canoe Launch! |
