Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:37 PM
- Water temp
- 87°F
- Water level
- 4.61 ft
- Tide
- 1.822 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8728690 — Apalachicola · 13.1 mi from this ramp
Live Water Conditions on Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek
Updated 32 min agoSource: USGS station 02359170 — APALACHICOLA RIVER NR SUMATRA,FLA. · 3 mi from Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek
Launch Light & Moon — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access
| Location | Fort Gadsden, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 29.914106, -84.985934 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Franklin County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access is a public boat launch providing access to Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek in Fort Gadsden, Florida at coordinates 29.91411, -84.98593. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access is a public boat launch on Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek in Fort Gadsden, Franklin County, Florida. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. Facility details on record include ramp surface: Gravel, launch lanes: 1, restrooms: No Toilet. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Fort Gadsden • public launch in Franklin County • fishing access on Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Gravel |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | No Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 4 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | No |
| Hours | 24 Hours |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | United States Forest Service |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access
Is Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access free to use?
Yes, Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access is a public boat launch with free access in Fort Gadsden, Florida.
What water does Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access access?
Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access provides boat launch access to Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek in Fort Gadsden, Florida.
How do I get to Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access?
Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access is located at coordinates 29.914106, -84.985934 in Fort Gadsden, Florida. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Apalachicola National Forest - Fort Gadsden Creek West Primitive Access includes 6 other public boat ramps within 3.2 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.