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Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River Water Level

Live gauge height for Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River, measured at USGS station EAST RIVER NEAR EVERGLADES CITY, FL (2.6 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
7.06 ft
Updated 51 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-2.03 ft
30-day avg: 9.09 ft
Water temperature
86°F

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-04Range: 8.669.56 ft2026-09-01

Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River is currently 2.0 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

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Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River today?

The USGS gauge for Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River (EAST RIVER NEAR EVERGLADES CITY, FL) currently reads a gauge height of 7.06 feet, 2.0 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River is 2.0 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 2 boat ramps on Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State - East River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 255327081275900. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.