Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:27 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 15
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Nelson Creek
| Location | Texas |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Nelson Creek |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.894600, -95.514600 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Walker County |
Nelson Creek is a public boat launch providing access to Nelson Creek in Texas at coordinates 30.89460, -95.51460. Data published by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TX TPWD).
Nelson Creek is a public boat launch on Nelson Creek in Walker County, Texas. 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 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nelson Creek
Is Nelson Creek free to use?
Yes, Nelson Creek is a public boat launch with free access in Texas.
What water does Nelson Creek access?
Nelson Creek provides boat launch access to Nelson Creek in Texas.
How do I get to Nelson Creek?
Nelson Creek is located at coordinates 30.894600, -95.514600 in Texas. 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 Nelson Creek includes 6 other public boat ramps within 8.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.