Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:30 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeFirst Quarter (67% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | River Swamp |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.352922, -82.687632 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Hamilton County |
Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch is a public boat launch providing access to River Swamp in Florida at coordinates 30.35292, -82.68763. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch is a public boat launch on River Swamp in Hamilton 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: Wooden Stairs, ada accessible: No, hours: 8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year. This page shows 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 Hamilton County • fishing access on River Swamp • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Wooden Stairs |
|---|---|
| ADA Accessible | No |
| Hours | 8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year |
| Fee | $4 |
| Managed By | Florida Department of Environmental Protection |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch
Is Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch free to use?
Yes, Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch access?
Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch provides boat launch access to River Swamp in Florida.
How do I get to Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch?
Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch is located at coordinates 30.352922, -82.687632 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 7.7 mi of Big Shoals State Park Canoe Launch, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.