Jigg's Landing on the Ever's Reservoir offers freshwater fishing and
canoeing opportunities on the Evers Reservoir and Braden River. The
property was purchased in 1944 by Al (Jiggs) and Agnes Metcalf and
included a 7-acre piece of property. Their dream was to create a fish
camp on the banks of the Braden River and they did so, creating a
landmark that served Manatee County for more than 40 years.
Location
6106 63rd Street East
Bradenton, FL
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Hours
Jiggs Landing Preserve is open daily, sunrise to sunset.
Are you an angler who prefers to be out on the water before sunrise? Preserve hours are limited, but Boat Ramp access is not. Purchase your one-time Gate Access Card so you can be out on the water at the time of your preference. Cards are available for sale at the G.T. Bray Recreation Center for $30/each. A replacement card is $5/each.
Things to Do
Jiggs Landing is well known for its
boat ramp which allows visitors to launch directly into the Braden River. The newly renovated site also includes a number of great recreational features, available to the public sunrise to sunset, including:
- Picnic areas and pavilions
- Boardwalks
- Concession stand
- Wildlife viewing areas
- Dock
- Nature-themed playground
- Interpretive signage
- Kayak concessions
- Food, bait, and drink concessions
- Boat Ramp (nighttime access card: $30 - see details above)
Kayak/Canoeing: A new handicap accessible canoe/kayak launch is located at the site. The launch gives paddlers access to the entire Braden River and its freshwater system.
Rentals and Concessions: For information on cabin and pavilion rentals, watercraft rentals, guided river tours or bait/concessions, please visit Jiggs Landing Outpost website or call (941) 727-4181.
Pavilion: The large pavilion with picnic tables/benches and grills is available for rent by individual/private parties. Please note extra tables, chairs, and activities that are open to the public require a Special Event Permit. Reserve the pavilion.