Dale Wimbrow Park boat launch
Dale Wimbrow Park
The Dale Wimbrow Park boat ramp is a single lane concrete ramp that is approximately 15 feet wide. It is suitable for launching small to medium-sized watercraft such as boats, kayaks, and canoes. The ramp is equipped with a floating dock that provides easy access to the water and is suitable for launching and retrieving boats.
The park provides ample parking for vehicles and boat trailers, with a capacity of over 50 vehicles. The park also offers picnic tables, benches, and public restrooms for visitors. The park is open from dawn to dusk, and boat ramp access is free.
In summary, the Dale Wimbrow Park boat ramp in Florida is a single-lane concrete ramp that provides access to the Indian River Lagoon. It is suitable for small to medium-sized vessels such as boats, kayaks, and canoes. The ramp is equipped with a floating dock, and the park offers ample parking, picnic tables, and public restrooms. The information provided is based on the latest available sources and is believed to be accurate at the time of writing.
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 Dale Wimbrow Park -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fellsmere Canal Nr Micco | 31 cfs | → |
| South Prong St.Sebastian River Nr Sebastian | 49 cfs | → |
| North Prong Saint Sebastian Creek Nr Micco | 8 cfs | → |
| North Canal Near Vero Beach | 35 cfs | → |
| Main Canal At Vero Beach | 41 cfs | → |
| Turkey Creek At Palm Bay | 65 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 Dale Wimbrow Park as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Dale Wimbrow 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 Dale Wimbrow Park.