Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (7:57 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 14
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Francis Springs
| Location | Tennessee |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Little Sequatchie River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 35.095977, -85.572925 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Marion |
Francis Springs is a public boat launch providing access to Little Sequatchie River in Tennessee at coordinates 35.09598, -85.57292. Data published by Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TN TWRA).
Francis Springs is a public boat launch on Little Sequatchie River in Marion County, Tennessee. 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 Francis Springs
Is Francis Springs free to use?
Yes, Francis Springs is a public boat launch with free access in Tennessee.
What water does Francis Springs access?
Francis Springs provides boat launch access to Little Sequatchie River in Tennessee.
How do I get to Francis Springs?
Francis Springs is located at coordinates 35.095977, -85.572925 in Tennessee. 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 4.5 mi of Francis Springs, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.