Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:43 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 8
local timeLast Quarter (40% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Cottonwood Lake
| Location | Texas |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Cottonwood Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 33.387330, -97.573060 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Wise County |
Cottonwood Lake is a public boat launch providing access to Cottonwood Lake in Texas at coordinates 33.38733, -97.57306. Data published by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TX TPWD).
Cottonwood Lake is a public boat launch on Cottonwood Lake in Wise County, Texas. 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. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 3 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cottonwood Lake
Is Cottonwood Lake free to use?
Yes, Cottonwood Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Texas.
What water does Cottonwood Lake access?
Cottonwood Lake provides boat launch access to Cottonwood Lake in Texas.
How do I get to Cottonwood Lake?
Cottonwood Lake is located at coordinates 33.387330, -97.573060 in Texas. 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 Cottonwood Lake includes 3 other public boat ramps within 6.1 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.