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Harris Chain of Lakes Boat Rental – Delivered
Harris Chain of Lakes boat rental delivered to the Lake Dora boat ramps in Mount Dora and Tavares. Over 76,000 acres, the scenic Dora Canal and waterfront restaurants by boat.
Lake Dora ramp delivery
Seats up to 12
Four hour minimum
$100 Harris Chain delivery fee
One of Central Florida’s premier boating destinations
The Harris Chain of Lakes is a beautiful interconnected system with over 76,000 acres of water. We deliver your boat to the public ramps on Lake Dora, giving you quick and easy access to the entire chain.
The chain includes Lake Harris, Little Lake Harris, Lake Eustis, Lake Dora, Lake Beauclair, Lake Carlton and Lake Griffin. Lake Dora sits on the eastern side, right next to the charming town of Mount Dora, and from there the scenic Dora Canal takes you through to Lake Eustis and the rest of the chain.
Boating on the Harris Chain of Lakes is made for a full day, or a multi-day adventure: cruise the Dora Canal, pull up to waterfront restaurants by boat, and explore the parks and scenic shoreline. For lake details, see the FWC Harris Chain info page.
Captain Mike’s tip for the Harris Chain
Pull up to a restaurant by boat. Many waterfront spots on the chain have docks or are an easy walk from the public ramps, so call ahead to confirm dock space, especially on busy weekends.
Staying near downtown Mount Dora? Grantham Point is the ramp for you.
Where we meet you
We deliver directly to popular public boat ramps on Lake Dora. No trailer needed, we handle the transport.
Grantham Point Boat Ramp in Mount Dora, one of our two Lake Dora meeting points. Get directions
Mount Dora
Grantham Point Boat Ramp (Lighthouse Park), 311 S Tremain St, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Tavares
Wooten Park Boat Ramp, 200 S Rockingham Ave (near Ruby St), Tavares, FL 32778
Other ramps
We can also deliver to other ramps on the chain, such as Hickory Point in Tavares. Tell us your preferred launch point when booking.
Pick your Lake Dora ramp
Grantham Point is a free public launch by Lighthouse Park, with a lighthouse, fishing pier and parking, perfect if you are staying near downtown Mount Dora. Wooten Park in Tavares is a spacious park with a playground, picnic areas and a pavilion, in a great central spot on Lake Dora with easy access to the Dora Canal.
Grantham Point
Wooten Park
Hickory Point
Your preferred ramp
Just let us know your preferred launch point when booking.
Why rent with us for the Harris Chain?
Direct delivery
Direct delivery to your chosen ramp. No trailer needed, we handle transport.
Full-day adventures
Perfect for a full day, or a multi-day adventure, exploring the chain.
The Dora Canal
Access to waterfront dining, parks and scenic cruising through the Dora Canal.
Something for everyone
Great for families, fishing trips, sightseeing or relaxing on the water.
Waterfront restaurants by boat
One of the best parts of boating the Harris Chain is pulling up to a restaurant by boat. Lake Harris Hideaway in Tavares has a classic Old Florida vibe on a large deck over the water, with burgers, fried shrimp, cold drinks and pets welcome on the deck.
Boating on the Harris Chain of Lakes
A Harris Chain of Lakes boat rental gives you seven connected lakes to explore from Lake Dora. Pick your pace: canal cruising, a dock-and-dine lunch, a fishing trip or a relaxed day on the water.
Where to eat by boat
Puddle Jumpers
Tavares, on Lake Dora. Burgers, seafood, salads and live music on weekends, with views of the Tavares Seaplane Base.
Lake Eustis Waterfront Grille
Eustis, on Lake Eustis. Indoor and outdoor seating, a full bar, fresh seafood and burgers.
Hurricane Dockside Grill
Tavares, on the canal between Lake Eustis and Lake Harris. Dedicated docks, seafood, wings and live music.
Pisces Rising
Mount Dora, a short walk from the Lake Dora docks. Upscale seafood, steaks and sunset views.
More stops on the chain
Fish Camp on Lake Eustis is a favorite for farm-to-table dining, craft beers and waterfront seating. Many of these spots have docks or are within easy walking distance of the public ramps, so call ahead to confirm dock space, especially on busy weekends.
Want a lake closer to Orlando? Our Winter Park boat rental on Lake Maitland and our St. Johns River boat rental in DeBary both meet you at a public ramp.
Which boat suits the Harris Chain?
Both boats work well here. On a chain this size, the Hurricane deck boat covers more distance between lakes. If your day is about canal cruising, a restaurant stop or fishing, the pontoon gives you shade, lounge seating and room to spread out.
| Compare | Deck boat “Betty” For watersports | Pontoon “Wilma” |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 20ft Hurricane | 21ft Lowe |
| Seats | 8 to 12 | 8 to 11 |
| Shade | Bimini top | Bimini top |
| Stereo | Kicker Bluetooth | Kicker Bluetooth |
| Engine | 200 HP Mercury | 90 HP Mercury, quiet four-stroke |
| Best for | Exploring farther across the chain | Canal cruising, restaurant stops, fishing and family days |
| From | $550, four hour minimum | $450, four hour minimum |
See the full spec on both boats
$100 Harris Chain delivery fee
We would rather tell you that now than after you have booked. Delivery to the Harris Chain of Lakes (Lake Dora area) requires an additional $100 delivery fee, which covers the extra distance and time to transport your boat to the ramp. For a lake closer to Orlando, our Lake Toho boat rentals give you a big open lake from the Kissimmee Marina, and our St. Johns River boat rental gives you miles of river from Lake Monroe Park in DeBary.
Who drives, and when we start
Captain Mike, USCG licensed
You drive, so you get the boat’s full capacity: up to 11 on the pontoon and up to 12 on the deck boat, depending on weight.
Captain Mike meets you at your Lake Dora ramp, launches the boat and gives you the orientation before you leave: throttle and trim, how to find the Dora Canal, and how to reach him if anything comes up. Never driven a pontoon before? That is most of our customers, and the walkthrough is built for them.
On the water with Boats To You
Rates and booking
We bring the boat to you for one flat price. The pontoon starts at $450 and the deck boat at $550 for a four hour minimum, then $50 an hour after that. Fuel and Florida sales tax are already in the number. Delivery to the Harris Chain (Lake Dora area) adds a one-time $100 fee for the extra distance, and Captain Mike can drive for $150 for the first four hours, then $25 an hour.
Planning a multi-day adventure on the chain? Multi-day rentals start at $275 a day. Full rates are on the pricing page.
Harris Chain questions we get asked
Where do we meet you?
At Grantham Point Boat Ramp in Mount Dora (311 S Tremain St) or Wooten Park Boat Ramp in Tavares (200 S Rockingham Ave). We can also deliver to other ramps on the chain, such as Hickory Point.
Can we stop at restaurants by boat?
Yes. Puddle Jumpers, Hurricane Dockside Grill, Lake Harris Hideaway and more are reachable by boat. Call ahead to confirm dock space, especially on busy weekends.
Is there an extra delivery fee?
Yes. Delivery to the Harris Chain of Lakes (Lake Dora area) requires an additional $100 delivery fee, which covers the extra distance and time to transport your boat to the ramp.
Which lakes can we reach?
From Lake Dora you can reach the whole chain: Lake Eustis through the scenic Dora Canal, plus Lake Harris, Little Lake Harris, Lake Beauclair, Lake Carlton and Lake Griffin.
Are life jackets on the boat?
Yes, a Coast Guard approved jacket for every seat, sized for adults and kids. Florida law says children under six wear theirs the whole time the boat is moving, so tell us how many little ones are coming when you book and we will have the right sizes aboard.
Is there a bathroom on the boat?
No, neither boat has a head. Plan a restaurant stop or a quick run back to the ramp mid-day if you are out for a long day with kids.
Can we bring our dog?
Well behaved dogs are welcome.
What happens if it storms?
Central Florida gets short, hard afternoon storms in summer, and lightning means everyone comes off the water. We try to look at the weather the night before and make the call then. If you lose an hour or so, we can work something out.
Other lakes we deliver to
The Harris Chain is our farthest delivery, with a public ramp handoff on Lake Dora. If your group wants a different kind of day, one of these may be the better fit, and the same flat rate applies. We deliver to 11 lakes and chains in total. Lake Brantley is call-only.
See every Orlando lake we deliver to.
Pontoon from
$450
Four hour minimum, then $50 an hour
Deck boat from
$550
Multi-day from
$275 a day
Meeting point
Lake Dora ramps
Capacity
8 to 12
Fuel and Florida sales tax are in the price. Harris Chain delivery adds $100.
Book your boat
Fastest way is a text. Tell me your date, which Lake Dora ramp you want, and how many people. I reply the same day, usually within the hour.
Prefer email? The form works too.
Captain Mike