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There are also more than 25 other public ramps to access the chain.
Motels and restaurants are located throughout the chain. From the elegance of a Sunday Brunch at Mission Inn to the rustic surrounds and backwoods menu of Little Joe's Hideaway, you won't go hungry if you decide not to pack a lunch or stay out on the boat until dinner. The must see of the chain is the legendary Doral Canal. Originally named the Elfin River, this mile of waterway connecting Lake Dora to Lake Eustis is by far one of the most beautiful sights you'll ever see. Cruise through some moonlit night and you'll never forget the experience. Towering Cypress trees above are backlit by a silvery moon and smooth mirror waters below reflect the trees creating an effect you have to experience to believe. Should you wish to make a weekend out of your trip there are a bout a dozed campgrounds and even more motels. There are five marina scattered throughout the chain. For mapping your trip, Kingfisher Maps provides an excellent chart of the lakes.
Trailer your boat from anywhere in Florida or beyond to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Lake County. For additional information contact Marine Industries Association of Central Florida at MTDmarina@aol.com.
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Great Florida
Boating Destinations
Lake County
"Florida in all its natural glory", is the best way to describe the Harris Chain of Lakes. Cypress and oak trees hundreds of years old line the shores. Wildlife abounds all around. Raccoons come to shore to watch your passage. Otters playfully swim along looking for their next meal. Egrets and Blue Heron stalk the cypress roots while Osprey and Eagles soar above the waters. The natural beauty and spectacle of these lakes is unforgettable.
Just minutes away from Orlando and a world away from the congestion lay this exquisite chain of lakes. Consisting of 148 square miles of open water, six canals connected lakes form the chain. These lakes are also the headwaters of the Oklawaha River, which provides access to the Silver River, Silver Springs and the St. Johns River. The best access and ramps to the chain are located in:
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Mount Dora in Gilbert Park from Liberty Street
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Tavares in Buzzard Beach from Route 441
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Howey in the Hills in Hickory Point State Park from Highway 19
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