Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:17 PM
- Water temp
- 87°F
- Water level
- 6.52 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 255327081275900 — EAST RIVER NEAR EVERGLADES CITY, FL · 2.6 mi from Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeFirst Quarter (68% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 25.933275, -81.447539 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Collier County |
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park is a public boat launch providing access to Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River in Florida at coordinates 25.93327, -81.44754. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park is a public boat launch on Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River in Collier 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: Natural Creek Bank, restrooms: No Toilet, Daylight Hours. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, 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 Collier County • fishing access on Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Natural Creek Bank |
|---|---|
| Restrooms | No Toilet |
| Hours | Daylight Hours |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | Florida Department of Transportation |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park
Is Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park free to use?
Yes, Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park access?
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park provides boat launch access to Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River in Florida.
How do I get to Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park?
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park is located at coordinates 25.933275, -81.447539 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 6.4 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.