Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:45 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 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (75% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Gulf of America |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.397656, -86.582695 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Okaloosa County |
Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Gulf of America in Florida at coordinates 30.39766, -86.58270. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch is a public boat launch on Gulf of America in Okaloosa 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: Concrete, launch lanes: 1, restrooms: Composting Toilet. 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.
Related: boat launch in Okaloosa County • fishing access on Gulf of America • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | Composting Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 6 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | Yes |
| Hours | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Fee | $25 |
| Managed By | United States National Park Service |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch
Is Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch free to use?
Yes, Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch access?
Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch provides boat launch access to Gulf of America in Florida.
How do I get to Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch?
Gulf Islands National Seashore - Okaloosa Day Use Area Small Craft Launch is located at coordinates 30.397656, -86.582695 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 1.5 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.