Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:22 PM)
- Water level
- 2.86 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Venice Myakka River
Updated 55 min agoSource: USGS station 02298880 — MYAKKA RIVER AT CONTROL NEAR LAUREL FL · 4.9 mi from Venice Myakka River
Launch Light & Moon — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (81% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Venice Myakka River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 27.122711, -82.349682 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Sarasota County |
T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Venice Myakka River in Florida at coordinates 27.12271, -82.34968. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch is a public boat launch on Venice Myakka River in Sarasota County, Florida. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. Facility details on record include ramp surface: Natural Creek Bank, restrooms: Flush Toilet, ada accessible: Yes. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat launch in Sarasota County • fishing access on Venice Myakka River • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Natural Creek Bank |
|---|---|
| Restrooms | Flush Toilet |
| ADA Accessible | Yes |
| Hours | 6:00 AM to Sunset |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | Sarasota County |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch
Is T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch free to use?
Yes, T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch access?
T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch provides boat launch access to Venice Myakka River in Florida.
How do I get to T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch?
T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch is located at coordinates 27.122711, -82.349682 in Florida. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 5.6 mi of T. Mabry Carlton Jr. Reserve Kayak Launch, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.