Baker’s Haulover Inlet, set between Bal Harbour and Sunny Isles in Miami-Dade County, Florida, is an artificial inlet cut in 1925. The channel connects Biscayne Bay to the Atlantic Ocean. Boaters will find it near Intracoastal Waterway Mile 1080, approximately 15 miles south of Ft. Lauderdale and 10 miles to the north of Miami Beach.
The inlet was recognised in 1823 when its name reportedly began appearing on maps. According to legend, its name comes from a man named Baker, who hauled small vessels over the strip of land that is where the inlet is now located.
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Baker’s Haulover Inlet highlights
The Baker’s Haulover Inlet appeals to boaters in the northern Biscayne Bay area because it saves them time from having to travel to Government Cut in South Miami to access the Atlantic Ocean. It happens to be the first and northernmost of two inlets in the area.
Nearby the inlet on land, travellers will find several places to explore, including a marina, recreation areas, and Haulover Beach, the best-known and oldest recognised nude beach in Florida. The adjacent Haulover Park spans 177 acres and has concessions, beach chair rentals, and more.
photo by Danilel Di Palma (CC BY-SA 4.0) modified
Good to know when visiting Baker’s Haulover Inlet
While accessing Baker’s Haulover Inlet is pretty straightforward, boaters should know that there is a bridge that crosses the channel with a 32-foot vertical clearance and may limit passage for some vessels. The waters are also known for their strong currents with speeds of up to 4 to 6 knots which is important for travellers navigating boats to keep in mind.
Inlet visitors who are trying to dock their boats at Haulover Beach Park Marina should know that there are no transient slips to rent. Visitors can try to secure a slip by calling in advance.
photo by Danilel Di Palma (CC BY-SA 4.0) modified
Baker's Haulover Inlet
Location: Miami-Dade County, FL, USA
Open: 24/7
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