Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:23 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (77% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock
| Location | Saint Augustine Shores, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Cowan Swamp |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 29.829030, -81.308919 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Saint Johns County |
Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock is a public boat launch providing access to Cowan Swamp in Saint Augustine Shores, Florida at coordinates 29.82903, -81.30892. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock is a public boat launch on Cowan Swamp in Saint Augustine Shores, Saint Johns 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: Floating Dock, Daylight Hours, fee: Free. 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.
Related: boat ramp near Saint Augustine Shores • public launch in Saint Johns County • fishing access on Cowan Swamp • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Floating Dock |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daylight Hours |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | Saint Johns County |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock
Is Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock free to use?
Yes, Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock is a public boat launch with free access in Saint Augustine Shores, Florida.
What water does Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock access?
Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock provides boat launch access to Cowan Swamp in Saint Augustine Shores, Florida.
How do I get to Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock?
Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock is located at coordinates 29.829030, -81.308919 in Saint Augustine Shores, 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 Vail Point Park - Paddlecraft Dock includes 6 other public boat ramps within 3.6 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.