John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:34 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 10
local timeWaning Crescent (20% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch
| Location | Baxter, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | North Prong Saint Marys River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.524456, -82.230973 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Baker County |
John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch is a public boat launch providing access to North Prong Saint Marys River in Baxter, Florida at coordinates 30.52446, -82.23097. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch is a public boat launch on North Prong Saint Marys River in Baxter, Baker 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 ada accessible: No, managed by: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 2 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Baxter • public launch in Baker County • fishing access on North Prong Saint Marys River • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| ADA Accessible | No |
|---|---|
| Managed By | Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch
Is John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch free to use?
Yes, John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Baxter, Florida.
What water does John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch access?
John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch provides boat launch access to North Prong Saint Marys River in Baxter, Florida.
How do I get to John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch?
John M. Bethea State Forest - Maple Set Recreation Area - Canoe Launch is located at coordinates 30.524456, -82.230973 in Baxter, 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 2 other launch options within 15.2 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.