Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:19 PM
- Water level
- 1.7 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Lake Josephine
Updated 34 min agoSource: USGS station 02271500 — JOSEPHINE CREEK NEAR DE SOTO CITY FL · 2.9 mi from Lake Josephine
Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (76% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach)
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Josephine |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 27.395171, -81.451384 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Highlands County |
Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach) is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Josephine in Florida at coordinates 27.39517, -81.45138. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach) is a public boat launch on Lake Josephine in Highlands 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 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 Highlands County • fishing access on Lake Josephine • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | No Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 8 spaces |
| Hours | 24 Hours |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | Highlands County |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach)
Is Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach) free to use?
Yes, Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach) is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach) access?
Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach) provides boat launch access to Lake Josephine in Florida.
How do I get to Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach)?
Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach) is located at coordinates 27.395171, -81.451384 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
The area surrounding Lake Josephine Public Boat Ramp (Oak Beach) includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.