Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:54 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 — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Martindale State Fishing Area
| Location | Jacksonburg, Indiana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Dry Branch |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 39.851840, -85.103263 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | 89 |
Martindale State Fishing Area is a public boat launch providing access to Dry Branch in Jacksonburg, Indiana at coordinates 39.85184, -85.10326. Data published by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IN DNR).
Martindale State Fishing Area is a public boat launch on Dry Branch in Jacksonburg, 89 County, Indiana. 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 2 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Martindale State Fishing Area
Is Martindale State Fishing Area free to use?
Yes, Martindale State Fishing Area is a public boat launch with free access in Jacksonburg, Indiana.
What water does Martindale State Fishing Area access?
Martindale State Fishing Area provides boat launch access to Dry Branch in Jacksonburg, Indiana.
How do I get to Martindale State Fishing Area?
Martindale State Fishing Area is located at coordinates 39.851840, -85.103263 in Jacksonburg, Indiana. 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 Martindale State Fishing Area includes 2 other public boat ramps within 12.1 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.