Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:17 PM
- Water temp
- 89°F
- Water level
- 6.63 ft
- Tide
- 1.342 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8725114 — NAPLES BAY, NORTH · 22.4 mi from this ramp
Live Water Conditions on Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - Faka Union River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 255432081303900 — FAKA-UNION RIVER NEAR THE MOUTH · 3.4 mi from Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - Faka Union 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 - Faka Union River Paddling Trail
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - Faka Union River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 25.955775, -81.488613 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Collier County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail is a public boat launch providing access to Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - Faka Union River in Florida at coordinates 25.95577, -81.48861. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail is a public boat launch on Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - Faka Union 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: Dirt,Unknown, restrooms: No Toilet, trailer parking: 1 spaces. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, 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 - Faka Union River • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Dirt,Unknown |
|---|---|
| Restrooms | No Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 1 spaces |
| Hours | 8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year |
| Fee | $3 |
| Managed By | Florida Department of Environmental Protection |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail
Is Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail free to use?
Yes, Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail access?
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail provides boat launch access to Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - Faka Union River in Florida.
How do I get to Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail?
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail is located at coordinates 25.955775, -81.488613 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 3.6 mi of Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.