Glades Haven RV Park, Bait and Tackle

Located in Ochopee near the southwestern tip of Florida, Glades Haven offers convenient boat ramp access to Chokoloskee Bay with direct connections to the Gulf of Mexico. The facility operates a full-service marina with a dedicated boat ramp designed for small watercraft including kayaks, canoes, and bass boats. On-site amenities include a bait and tackle shop stocked with live bait (shrimp and pinfish), a deli, and liquor store—useful for preparing for longer paddling trips in this remote area.

This access point serves as an excellent gateway to the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, one of Florida's premier paddling destinations. Kayakers and canoeists launching here can explore the extensive shallow waters, mangrove corridors, and island-dotted bays characteristic of this protected refuge. The facility also offers boat and kayak rentals if you're traveling without your own watercraft. Given the location's proximity to open Gulf waters and tidal flats, be prepared for variable water conditions and plan trips around tide schedules for optimal paddling.