Withlacoochee State Forest - Hog Island Primitive Boat Launch
Withlacoochee State Forest - Hog Island Primitive Boat Launch
Hog Island Primitive Boat Launch provides free access to the Withlacoochee River for kayaking and canoeing, with a day-use area featuring picnic tables and grills.
Located approximately 15 miles from Brooksville in Sumter County, this launch serves as the starting point for popular paddling trips along the scenic blackwater river.
The facility is open year-round and closes at sunset; there are no amenities at the launch itself, but nearby Hog Island Campground offers full facilities including bathhouse, fire rings, and 21 campsites for overnight stays.
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