Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:39 PM
- Water temp
- 85°F
- Water level
- 4.82 ft
- Tide
- 0.831 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 · 18.4 mi from this ramp
Live Water Conditions on Apalachicola National Forest - Owl Creek
Updated 29 min agoSource: USGS station 02359170 — APALACHICOLA RIVER NR SUMATRA,FLA. · 2.3 mi from Apalachicola National Forest - Owl Creek
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeFirst Quarter (68% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Apalachicola National Forest - Owl Creek |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 29.988430, -85.013867 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Franklin County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground is a public boat launch providing access to Apalachicola National Forest - Owl Creek in Florida at coordinates 29.98843, -85.01387. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground is a public boat launch on Apalachicola National Forest - Owl Creek in 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: Concrete, launch lanes: 1, restrooms: Composting 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 launch in Franklin County • fishing access on Apalachicola National Forest - Owl Creek • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | Composting Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 9 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | Yes |
| Hours | 24 Hours |
| Fee | $3 |
| 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 - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground
Is Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground free to use?
Yes, Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground access?
Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground provides boat launch access to Apalachicola National Forest - Owl Creek in Florida.
How do I get to Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground?
Apalachicola National Forest - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground is located at coordinates 29.988430, -85.013867 in 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 - Hickory Landing Boat Ramp and Campground includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.8 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.