Lake Harris, FL

AKA: Harris Chain of Lakes, Ocklawaha Chain of Lakes

Lake Overview
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Rentals
Boat Launch Ramps
Marinas
Campgrounds & RV Parks
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Lake Harris, FL

About Lake Harris

The tranquil setting of Harris Chain of Lakes awaits your visit for a day on the water. Lake Harris is a 13,800-acre lake located in the central part of Florida, immediately south of Leesburg. Harris Lake has over 40 miles of shoreline for bank-related activities and other recreation. Shoreline access is available from a few locations around the lake at parks, campgrounds and nearby several boat launch ramp areas. The lake is ideal for all type of boats from canoes and kayaks to sophisticated bass boats, pleasure boats and speed boats. Marinas, stores, restaurants and shopping are all available at or nearby the lake.

Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Boat Rentals

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Lake Harris Boat Ramps
Located mid lake, east side, at the north end of the State Highway 19 Bridge, this is a ten-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Little Lake Harris - Astatula Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake on Little Lake Harris, east side, off Florida Avenue, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Ski Beach Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, off Ball Park Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Marinas

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Holiday Travel Resort Campground - 352 787-5151

Fisherman Cove RV Park - 352 343-1233

Banana Cove Marina & RV Park - 352 343-7951

Fish Species Present

The lake supports populations of largemouth bass, channel catfish, white catfish, black crappie, bluegill, redbreast sunfish, redear sunfish, spotted sunfish, warmouth, striped bass, bowfin, chain pickerel and longnose gar at Lake Harris in Florida.