Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:56 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 — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (86% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Driftwood State Fishing Area
| Location | Edinburgh, Indiana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Driftwood River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 39.344047, -85.980769 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | 3 |
Driftwood State Fishing Area is a public boat launch providing access to Driftwood River in Edinburgh, Indiana at coordinates 39.34405, -85.98077. Data published by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IN DNR).
Driftwood State Fishing Area is a public boat launch on Driftwood River in Edinburgh, 3 County, Indiana. 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 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Driftwood State Fishing Area
Is Driftwood State Fishing Area free to use?
Yes, Driftwood State Fishing Area is a public boat launch with free access in Edinburgh, Indiana.
What water does Driftwood State Fishing Area access?
Driftwood State Fishing Area provides boat launch access to Driftwood River in Edinburgh, Indiana.
How do I get to Driftwood State Fishing Area?
Driftwood State Fishing Area is located at coordinates 39.344047, -85.980769 in Edinburgh, Indiana. 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 Driftwood State Fishing Area includes 6 other public boat ramps within 1.6 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.