Davenport Landing

About Davenport Landing

Deep in the floodplain forest along the Ocklawaha River, Davenport Landing is a former steamboat stop along this twisting, winding waterway. Three primitive campsites provide a stop for paddlers working their way along the river. BoatingPaddle your canoe or kayak across the beautiful;waters of Davenport Lading;in search of a quiet spot along the shoreline. FishingSitting along the Ocklawaha River, this is the perfect location to cast a line from the shallows for a chance to catch that big one. Just keep an eye out for any alligators that may be roaming the area. HikingThe Davenport Landing Trail is a 0. 6-mile interpretive walk to a former steamboat landing along the Ocklawaha River (1. 2 mile round-trip). Since it is within the river '||chr(39)||'s floodplain area, expect a high concentration of mosquitoes and dress / prepare accordingly. Interpretive Area;In addition to leading you to the site of a historic steamboat landing, interpretive information along the Davenport Landing Trail includes middens along the Ocklawaha River from the Timucuan period as well as a Civil War-era gravesite. Primitive Camping;Three primitive sites, maximum 15 people total (five per campsite). Four-day stay limit. Primitive campsites can be used by individuals camping with tents or any motorized vehicle. These specific areas in the forest offer no facilities. While any motorized vehicle is permitted in these primitive campsites, not all areas are accessible by all types of vehicles. Sandy

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