J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:15 PM
- Water level
- 11.46 ft
- Tide
- 1.243 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 8722956 — South Port Everglades · 5.8 mi from this ramp
Live Water Conditions on Snook Creek
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 261710080190001 — SITE 19 IN CONSERVATION AREA 2A NR CORAL SPRINGS · 14.2 mi from Snook Creek
Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (50% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch
| Location | Oakland Park, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Snook Creek |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.3/5 (22 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 26.164572, -80.130577 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Broward County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Snook Creek in Oakland Park, Florida at coordinates 26.16457, -80.13058. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC). Rated 4.3/5 based on 22 Google reviews.
J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch is a public boat launch on Snook Creek in Oakland Park, Broward 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: No Toilet. 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 ramp near Oakland Park • public launch in Broward County • fishing access on Snook Creek • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | No Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 3 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | No |
| Hours | 24 Hours |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | City of Oakland Park |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch
Is J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch free to use?
Yes, J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Oakland Park, Florida.
How is J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch rated?
J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch has a 4.3 out of 5 rating based on 22 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch access?
J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch provides boat launch access to Snook Creek in Oakland Park, Florida.
How do I get to J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch?
J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch is located at coordinates 26.164572, -80.130577 in Oakland Park, 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
The area surrounding J. Dewey Hawkins Landing Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.0 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.