LAKE COUNTY – The first phase of boat ramp renovations at Hickory Point Recreation Complex (27341 FL-19, Tavares) is complete, allowing residents to use six newly upgraded slips. The new boat slips and docks will reopen on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.

The renovations were done to the east slips, including new gangways and stable concrete floating docks that are ADA accessible, tire traction pavement, and deeper and longer slips capable of launching 30-foot boats in normal lake water conditions.

The west slips will be closed for phase two of the renovations. The east slips will remain open at all times during construction to ensure boating access to Lake Harris. Patrons are asked to adhere to ramp closure signage and new traffic routes through the project's final phase.

The remaining time of construction is slated to last 145 days, weather dependent. For more information, contact The Lake County Office of Parks & Trails at 352-253-4950.