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GLADES COUNTY, Fla. - The Buckhead Ridge S-127 Boat Lock on Lake Okeechobee's North Shore is now open to navigation. The boat lock was temporarily closed for maintenance work.
Anglers and boaters may access local waterways from several access points through public boat ramps. Visit FWC’s Boat Ramp Finder to find one near you.
Did you know conserving water year-round is an integral part of managing and protecting South Florida’s water supplies now and for future generations?
South Florida’s rainy season brings summer thunderstorms and afternoon showers that typically drop more than 30 inches of rain across the region each year. Even with all that water, it’s important to continue to use our water resources wisely during the rainy season -- and all year long.