Doug’s fly landed inches from the shoreline cover. He allowed it to sink for several seconds and began to retrieve the baitfish pattern back to the boat. On the third strip, the line became tight and he raised the rod tip sharply. Valiantly, the fish fought for its freedom, determined to get into the branches [...]
Deer Prairie Creek Preserve possesses 6400 acres, 70 miles of trails, and 6 miles of Myakka River frontage for hikers, bicyclists, and equestrian riders.
The North American River Otter, or Lutra canadensis (their scientific name) are both playful and fairly plentiful along the Myakka River. They make homes out of burrows with multiple entrances close by the waters edge. Otters are mammals most closely related to the weasel, possessing a thick layer of insulating and waterproof fur and are [...]
CampVenice Retreat – Waterfront RV, Cabin, and Tent Sites on the Myakka River.
Sleeping Turtles Preserve South is located at the North End of River Road (at I-75 exit#191) In Venice, Florida. Spanning over 214 aces, it’s name derives from early 1800′s navigation maps describing this adjacent section of the Myakka River as “Sleeping Turtles”. As with most waterfront preserve areas, wildlife is abundant. There have been recent [...]
Real-time Myakka River Data over a 7-day period in graph formats listing River Height and River Flow.
There are just two public waterfront Dining locations along the banks of the Myakka River. Both are located on the North (US 41 area and upward) and both are on the West bank. Both locations offer very nice views of the Myakka River and are approachable either by boat with accessible docking areas, and by [...]
There are just a couple places for Fuel & Bait on the Myakka River – But you’ve got to know where to look . . .
These prehistoric looking alligators may appear tame and subdued, but they are completely unpredictable.
The Jelks Preserve, a Myakka River land preservation effort at it’s finest, is a simple park with several miles of trails throughout the 640 acres of Florida Native Habitat. Oak Hammocks, Pine and Scrubby Flatwoods, Seasonal Sloughs and Marshes are scattered throughout the trails which cut through most upland areas and reach a couple points [...]