McDavid Park Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
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- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:55 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — June 21
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Location
Quick Facts: McDavid Park
| Location | Jay, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Jernigan Dead River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.1/5 (13 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 30.975739, -87.189256 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Santa Rosa |
| Phone | (850) 983-1940 |
McDavid Park is a public boat launch providing access to Jernigan Dead River in Jay, Florida at coordinates 30.97574, -87.18926. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC). Rated 4.1/5 based on 13 Google reviews.
McDavid Park is a public boat launch on Jernigan Dead River in Jay, Santa Rosa 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 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.
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Related: boat ramp near Jay • public launch in Santa Rosa • fishing access on Jernigan Dead River • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | No Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 4 spaces |
| Hours | 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | Santa Rosa County |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About McDavid Park
Is McDavid Park free to use?
Yes, McDavid Park is a public boat launch with free access in Jay, Florida.
How is McDavid Park rated?
McDavid Park has a 4.1 out of 5 rating based on 13 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does McDavid Park access?
McDavid Park provides boat launch access to Jernigan Dead River in Jay, Florida.
How do I get to McDavid Park?
McDavid Park is located at coordinates 30.975739, -87.189256 in Jay, 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 5.7 mi of McDavid Park, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.