Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:49 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (77% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Cotton Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.784665, -87.314126 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Escambia County |
Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Cotton Lake in Florida at coordinates 30.78467, -87.31413. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Cotton Lake in Escambia 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: Portable 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 Escambia County • fishing access on Cotton Lake • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | Portable Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 8 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | Yes |
| Hours | 24 Hours |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | Northwest Florida Water Management District |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Is Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp access?
Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Cotton Lake in Florida.
How do I get to Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp?
Cotton Lake Recreation Area Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 30.784665, -87.314126 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 4.3 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.