Ralph E. Simmons State Forest Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:33 PM)
- Water level
- 1.61 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 Hampton Lake
Updated 20 min agoSource: USGS station 02321000 — NEW RIVER NR LAKE BUTLER FLA · 11.4 mi from Hampton Lake
Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (47% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Ralph E. Simmons State Forest
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Hampton Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.784239, -81.969558 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Nassau County |
Ralph E. Simmons State Forest is a public boat launch providing access to Hampton Lake in Florida at coordinates 30.78424, -81.96956. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Ralph E. Simmons State Forest is a public boat launch on Hampton Lake in Nassau 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 Nassau County • fishing access on Hampton Lake • 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 | Nassau County |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ralph E. Simmons State Forest
Is Ralph E. Simmons State Forest free to use?
Yes, Ralph E. Simmons State Forest is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Ralph E. Simmons State Forest access?
Ralph E. Simmons State Forest provides boat launch access to Hampton Lake in Florida.
How do I get to Ralph E. Simmons State Forest?
Ralph E. Simmons State Forest is located at coordinates 30.784239, -81.969558 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 Ralph E. Simmons State Forest includes 6 other public boat ramps within 9.7 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.