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Florida · Unknown Co.

Myakka River

· 49 mi · Class
Optimal: 130–400 CFS · USGS #02298880
268 avg
24CFS
2.28 ft gauge height
Below Optimal
→Stable
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 268 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #02298880
Designated Water Trail · Sarasota County

About

Averaging 268 CFS through 49 miles of designated water trail, the Myakka River runs optimal between 130 and 400 CFS according to gauge 02298880. Three named trail sections break up the paddling: the Myakka River Trail, Ghost Point Trail, and Gulf Cove Trail. Sarasota County maintains the water trail designation that guides most paddlers through this system.

Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
8:57 AM
Moonrise
2:11 PM
Moonset
3:44 AM
★ Moon underfoot
8:57 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality

River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.

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