Most of this shoreline is public land, and is therefore undeveloped. The average water level of the lake is 68.5 feet. In ground swimming pool. Insect life is abundant, and mosquitoes and chiggers in particular can be troublesome during the summer months. This 1932 cottage overlooks beautiful Lake Talquin on a 1-acre landscaped lot. Enjoy fishing, canoeing, and nature. Enjoy boating and excellent fishing year around on this 8,850-acre fresh water lake. FSP.Feedback@FloridaDEP.gov, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, A pristine lake surrounded by wooded bluffs is the perfect spot for a family adventure. ), but be conscious that alligators do live in the lake. The name Talquin is a contraction of the names of the two cities the lake lies between, Tallahassee and Quincy. Enjoy a leisurely walk on the interpretive trail past ravine systems to a bluff overlooking the lake. Most of the stumps can be found right under the water on the eastern end of the lake causing problems for boaters. The area has forests of pines and hardwoods including sweetgum and a variety of oaks. Room for rent in big house. $3 per vehicle. You can swim in the lake and many people do (including me! The Fishing Pier and picnic grounds at the state forest are nice. The name combines Tallahassee and Quincy, the two cities whose residents turned the man-made lake creating a recreational opportunity for all ages. [7] In 2008 and 2009, releases of water from the dam to prevent a potential failure caused downstream flooding.[8]. Welcome to Lake Talquin State Park Nestled on the bluffs overlooking Lake Talquin's southern shore, the park offers outdoor activities for all ages. House is a brick home. Visitors will find outstanding freshwater fishing with common species such as largemouth bass, striped bass, speckled perch, bream and catfish being caught off the park's boardwalk or dock. Bring your canoe or kayak to explore the roughly 10,000-acre lake with an average water level of 68.5 feet. Just to the west of Tallahassee, this hidden gem of a park is nestled on the bluffs above Lake Talquin, a 12,000-acre reservoir. Lake Talquin State Forest encompasses much of the southern and southwestern shores of the lake, with many boat landings and picnic areas, including Rock Bluff Recreation Area in Leon County. We will continue to review operations on a daily basis and make additional operational changes as may be deemed necessary for protection of public health. Facilities and Parks: There are 7 public boat ramps and 5 public fishing piers on the Leon County side of the lake (Hwy 20). Explore the beautiful Econfina River as it meanders through forests and marshlands. Due to local orders, facial coverings or masks are required inside buildings for staff and visitor safety. Lake Talquin is not, however, ideal for swimming. Enjoy fishing, canoeing, and nature. As a half-dozen kids -- … All black bass that are less than 18 inches in total length and crappie that are less than 10 inches in total length must be released immediately. The lake is a wildlife habitat and swimming is not recommended. Gaining access to the lake is pretty simple thanks to the 10 public boat ramps, 7 public fishing piers, and 6 fishing camps surrounding the lake. The Econfina River meanders like a dark ribbon through pine flatwoods and oak-palm forests to broad expanses of salt marsh dotted with pine islands. of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Ochlockonee River Watershed and Lake Talquin Protection - Florida DEP, U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Lake Talquin, Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Lake_Talquin&oldid=998264795, Articles using infobox body of water without alt, Articles using infobox body of water without alt bathymetry, Wikipedia articles with WorldCat-VIAF identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 4 January 2021, at 15:46. The improvements being made are benefiting animal species such as gopher tortoise and Eastern diamondback rattlesnake. Original hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings, and outdoor spaces feel just like home. The absolute nicest place on Lake Talquin to Relax, Fish, or just to get away! The park offers vistas of ravines and distant hills on other areas of the lake. Date of experience: December 2017. the Florida Forest Service does a GREAT job here. When you purchase our Lake Maps App, you get all the great marine chart app features like fishing spots, along with LAKE TALQUIN lake depth map. John Creighton and Kristie Lever, team volunteers since May 2018, have provided over 700 hours of service. [2] In 2017, Tallahassee announced they would not be renewing their lease when it expired in 2022, choosing instead to focus on solar power. Lake Talquin has an abundance of fish including white bass, black bass, striped bass, black crappie, bluegill, bream, pickerel (“jack”), gar, catfish, bowfin and redear sunfish. 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