Big Talbot Island State Park boat launch
Big Talbot Island State Park
Based on the latest information available, the boat ramp named Big Talbot Island State Park is a concrete boat ramp located in the northern part of Florida. The coordinates of the boat ramp are latitude: 30.51050186 and longitude: -81.46054077.
The boat ramp is approximately 25 feet wide and is suitable for launching small boats, kayaks, and canoes. The facility has a large parking area for cars and trailers, and it can accommodate up to 50 vehicles at a time.
The boat ramp services the water bodies surrounding the island, including the Nassau Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the Atlantic Ocean. These waters are ideal for fishing, boating, and water sports, and are home to numerous marine species, including dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission regulates the use of watercraft on these waters. Most types of watercraft are permitted, including motorized boats, kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. However, some restrictions may apply, depending on the type of watercraft and the location.
In summary, the Big Talbot Island State Park boat ramp is a concrete boat ramp located in the northern part of Florida. It is approximately 25 feet wide and is suitable for launching small boats, kayaks, and canoes. The boat ramp services the water bodies surrounding the island, including the Nassau Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the Atlantic Ocean, and most types of watercraft are permitted, subject to regulation by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Big Talbot Island State Park -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| St. Johns River At Jacksonville | 33,000 cfs | → |
| Pottsburg Creek Nr South Jacksonville | 12 cfs | → |
| Cedar River At San Juan Ave At Jacksonville | 55 cfs | → |
| Julington Crk At Old St August Rd Nr Bayard | 159 cfs | → |
| Ortega River At Kirwin Rd Nr Jacksonville | 4 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Big Talbot Island State Park as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Big Talbot Island State Park
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Big Talbot Island State Park.