CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Dec. 17, 2025) – The South Gulf Cove Lock holiday schedule is as follows:
Christmas Eve – Normal business hours 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Christmas Day, Dec 25, 2025 will be unmanned
New Year's Eve – Extended hours 7 a.m.-9 p.m.
New Year's Day – Normal business hours 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
The lock can be opened manually when the tender is not on duty. Instructions are attached.
For information, contact Public Works at 941-575-3600.
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