Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower) Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:17 PM
- Tide
- 1.342 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 8725114 — NAPLES BAY, NORTH · 18.4 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: Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower)
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Tamiami Canal Number C-4 |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 25.974012, -81.554227 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Collier County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower) is a public boat launch providing access to Tamiami Canal Number C-4 in Florida at coordinates 25.97401, -81.55423. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower) is a public boat launch on Tamiami Canal Number C-4 in Collier 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: Dirt, Grass, restrooms: Portable Toilet, hours: Daytime Use Only. 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 launch in Collier County • fishing access on Tamiami Canal Number C-4 • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Dirt, Grass |
|---|---|
| Restrooms | Portable Toilet |
| Hours | Daytime Use Only |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | United States Fish and Wildlife Service |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower)
Is Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower) free to use?
Yes, Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower) is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower) access?
Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower) provides boat launch access to Tamiami Canal Number C-4 in Florida.
How do I get to Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower)?
Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower) is located at coordinates 25.974012, -81.554227 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 Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower) includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.9 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.