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Access Site FL

Whippoorwill Sportsman's Lodge

Ochlockonee River

Source: florida_fish_and_wildlife_conservation_commission Updated 1 year ago

City: FL
County: Gadsden
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 30.42109377, -84.62578098
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About This Access Site
Whippoorwill Sportsman's Lodge offers a full-service boat launch access point on Lake Talquin, an 8,856-acre freshwater reservoir in Gadsden County. The facility features a functional boat ramp along with covered boat slips, making it suitable for motorboats, kayaks, and canoes. The lodge operates an on-site bait and tackle shop and provides guide services, making it a convenient hub for those planning extended water activities on the lake.

Lake Talquin is well-maintained as a quality fishery with good populations of bass, crappie, and bream, and the calm, reservoir waters are generally suitable for paddlers of various skill levels. Beyond the ramp itself, Whippoorwill offers vacation rentals, RV hookups, and a private fishing pier for guests, making it a complete destination for multi-day trips. Stop by the tackle shop for local knowledge about water conditions, access points, and current paddling or fishing opportunities before heading out on the water.