Published: August 6, 2024
Bartow, Fla. (Aug. 6, 2024) — Polk County has closed the Lake Hancock Boat ramp until further notice. The boat ramp, off US Highway 98, is closed due to high water flows upstream and in Polk County due to Tropical Storm/Hurricane Debby.
Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) needs to operate the Lake Hancock water control structure to reduce flooding impacts in the surrounding communities by allowing water to flow downstream to the Peace River. Closing the boat ramp allows the District to operate as needed and the county wants our boaters to not be put in an unsafe situation.
Panther Point Trail is also closed until further notice.
Visit other Polk County boat ramps.