Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors) Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:52 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — July 14
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors)
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Blackwater River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.943168, -86.755035 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Okaloosa County |
Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors) is a public boat launch providing access to Blackwater River in Florida at coordinates 30.94317, -86.75504. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors) is a public boat launch on Blackwater River in Okaloosa 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: Flush Toilet. 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 Okaloosa County • fishing access on Blackwater River • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | Flush Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 4 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | Yes |
| Hours | Daytime Use Only |
| Fee | $2 |
| Managed By | Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors)
Is Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors) free to use?
Yes, Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors) is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors) access?
Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors) provides boat launch access to Blackwater River in Florida.
How do I get to Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors)?
Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors) is located at coordinates 30.943168, -86.755035 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 Blackwater River State Forest - Hurricane Lake North Recreation Area (No Gas Motors) includes 6 other public boat ramps within 7.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.