Hardee Lakes Park #4

Hardee Lakes Park #4 offers a concrete boat ramp providing access to Hardee Lake #4, one of four scenic lakes within the Hardee Lakes Park system near Fort Green in Hardee County. The park is located on reclaimed phosphate pits that have been transformed into productive fishing and paddling waters. This facility is ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboats looking to explore relatively calm lake environments with both emergent and submerged vegetation.

The park provides convenient amenities for day trips, including shaded picnic areas with tables and grills, making it a good choice for families or groups planning to combine paddling with a shoreside meal. Bank fishing access is also available throughout the park. The ramp is located approximately 15 minutes from Wauchula, and there is a small entrance fee per vehicle. Staff are on-site to assist visitors with questions about lake conditions and park facilities.