Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating) Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:28 PM
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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: Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating)
| Location | Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Watermelon Pond |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 29.555393, -82.606403 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Alachua County |
Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating) is a public boat launch providing access to Watermelon Pond in Florida at coordinates 29.55539, -82.60640. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating) is a public boat launch on Watermelon Pond in Alachua 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 sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 2 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat launch in Alachua County • fishing access on Watermelon Pond • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | No Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 7 spaces |
| Hours | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | Alachua County |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating)
Is Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating) free to use?
Yes, Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating) is a public boat launch with free access in Florida.
What water does Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating) access?
Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating) provides boat launch access to Watermelon Pond in Florida.
How do I get to Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating)?
Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating) is located at coordinates 29.555393, -82.606403 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 Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating) includes 2 other public boat ramps within 13.9 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.