Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:20 PM
- Tide
- 0.797 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 8725520 — Fort Myers · 16.4 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeFirst Quarter (68% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Monroe Canal Marina
| Location | Saint James City, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | St. Jude Nature Trail - St. James Creek |
| Access Type | Private |
| Coordinates | 26.504920, -82.082937 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Lee |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Monroe Canal Marina is a boat launch providing access to St. Jude Nature Trail - St. James Creek in Saint James City, Florida at coordinates 26.50492, -82.08294. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Monroe Canal Marina is a private boat launch on St. Jude Nature Trail - St. James Creek in Saint James City, Lee County, Florida. This is a private or restricted facility — confirm access requirements, fees, or membership before towing out. Facility details on record include ramp surface: Concrete, launch lanes: 1, restrooms: Portable Toilet. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, 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 Saint James City • public launch in Lee • fishing access on St. Jude Nature Trail - St. James Creek • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | Portable Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 12 spaces |
| Hours | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Fee | $15 |
| Managed By | Private Business |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Monroe Canal Marina
Is Monroe Canal Marina free to use?
Monroe Canal Marina is a private facility. Contact the operator for access information.
What water does Monroe Canal Marina access?
Monroe Canal Marina provides boat launch access to St. Jude Nature Trail - St. James Creek in Saint James City, Florida.
How do I get to Monroe Canal Marina?
Monroe Canal Marina is located at coordinates 26.504920, -82.082937 in Saint James City, 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 6 other launch options within 3.1 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.