Citrus County boat launch
Citrus County
This boat ramp is a public facility owned and operated by Citrus County. It is a concrete, single-lane ramp that is approximately 20 feet wide, with a wooden deck and floating docks. The Homosassa River Boat Ramp services the Homosassa River, which leads out to the Gulf of Mexico.
According to the Citrus County website, the Homosassa River is a popular destination for recreational boating, fishing, and scalloping. The website states that the boat ramp is suitable for small to medium-sized boats, such as center consoles, bay boats, and flats boats. However, it also notes that larger boats may have difficulty launching and recommends checking the tide tables before launching.
To verify this information, it is recommended to consult the official Citrus County website or contact the Citrus County Parks and Recreation Department for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding the Homosassa River Boat Ramp.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Citrus County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Withlacoochee R Bypass Channel Nr Inglis Fla | 484 cfs | → |
| Withlacoochee R At Inglis Dam Nr Dunnellon | · | → |
| Saragassa Canal At Crystal River Fl | 110 cfs | → |
| Halls River At Homosassa Springs Fl | 218 cfs | → |
| Waccasassa River Nr Gulf Hammock | 839 cfs | → |
| Rainbow River Near Dunnellon | 390 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Nearby fishing
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 Citrus County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Citrus County
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 Citrus County.