The Dead River, found in Lake County, Florida, serves as the division between the cities of Tavares and Leesburg. It received its name due to lack of a current. Studies have shown that a simple john boat can remain in nearly same position if left on the river overnight with less than five feet of drift. The Dead River connects Lake Eustis and Lake Harris. The only roadway to cross the river is U.S. Highway 441/SR 44 near the river's northern mouth toward Lake Eustis. As of 2013 there are two businesses directly on the river. These are Dead River Vic's, then known as JJ Fin's restaurant, now known as Hurricanes, and a fish camp named Palm Gardens. Dead River marina is not located on the Dead river.