Charls E. Cessna Landing boat launch
Charls E. Cessna Landing
The ramp is relatively wide and can accommodate a range of craft sizes, including small fishing boats, sailboats, and powerboats. Additionally, the ramp is well-maintained, with concrete construction that provides good traction for vehicles and trailers.
While there are no specific restrictions on the types of boats allowed in Choctawhatchee Bay, the area is primarily used for fishing and recreational boating. As such, most craft permitted on the water are likely to be smaller, non-commercial vessels, such as kayaks, canoes, and pleasure boats.
Overall, Charls E. Cessna Landing is a popular and well-regarded boat ramp that provides easy access to one of Florida's most scenic and diverse waterways. Whether you're an avid angler, a pleasure boater, or just looking to explore the natural beauty of the area, this ramp is a great option for launching your vessel and setting out on the water.
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 Charls E. Cessna Landing -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Alaqua Creek Near Pleasant Ridge | 48 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River Nr Bruce | 5,360 cfs | → |
| Juniper Creek At State Hwy 85 Nr Niceville | 78 cfs | → |
| Bruce Creek At Sh 81 Nr Redbay | 23 cfs | → |
| Shoal River Nr Mossy Head | 95 cfs | → |
| Shoal River Nr Crestview | 590 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 Charls E. Cessna Landing as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Charls E. Cessna Landing
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 Charls E. Cessna Landing.