Blackwater River State Forest - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors) Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:51 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — July 15
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 - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors)
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Blackwater River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.895912, -86.642283 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Okaloosa County |
Blackwater River State Forest - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors) is a public boat launch providing access to Blackwater River in Florida at coordinates 30.89591, -86.64228. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Blackwater River State Forest - Karick Lake North (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 | 6 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | Yes |
| Hours | 24 Hours |
| 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 - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors)
Is Blackwater River State Forest - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors) free to use?
Yes, Blackwater River State Forest - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors) is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Blackwater River State Forest - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors) access?
Blackwater River State Forest - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors) provides boat launch access to Blackwater River in Florida.
How do I get to Blackwater River State Forest - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors)?
Blackwater River State Forest - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors) is located at coordinates 30.895912, -86.642283 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 - Karick Lake North (No Gas Motors) includes 6 other public boat ramps within 6.9 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.