Hernando Beach Boat Lift

How do you get from the Indirect Gulf Access Area of Hernando Beach to the Direct Gulf Access area of Hernando Beach? In Hernando Beach, particularly in the Central and South areas, residents and boat owners face a unique challenge when it comes to accessing the Gulf of Mexico. Unlike the North section, which has direct Gulf access, these areas are connected to a canal system that does not lead straight to open waters. As a result, anyone looking to take their boat out must utilize the Hernando Beach Boat Lift—a crucial piece of infrastructure that serves as the only gateway to the Gulf. This boat lift acts as a transition point, lifting vessels from the inland canals over to the waterway that leads out to the Gulf, making it an essential part of boating life in these parts of Hernando Beach.

Sarah Hill and Erin Daly explain how to use the Hernando Beach Boat Lift to access the Gulf of Mexico. The Indirect Gulf Access area of Hernando Beach is defined as Central Hernando Beach and Hernando Beach South where you have to go over a lift to access the Gulf of Mexico.

The constraints for using the lift is that your boat has to be less than 25 foot and it can’t have a “T-top” because of the Campanero bridge.

If you are a resident of HB middle section please note that a new lock is installed April 1st of each year requiring a new key.

Obtaining a Key to the Middle Section Hernando Beach Boat Lift for Gulf Access:
The individual who must be contacted to obtain a key for the Boat Lift is listed below.

Frank Virginia
352-556-3538
FrankV1@live.com

In order to obtain a key an individual must be an OWNER in Hernando Beach South and complete a Form.