St Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Aucilla River boat launch
St Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Aucilla River
The boat ramp provides access to the Aucilla River, which is a popular spot for fishing, kayaking, and other recreational water activities. The Aucilla River is known for its clear water and diverse fish species, including bass, bluegill, and catfish.
The St Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Aucilla River boat ramp is open to the public year-round, and there are no fees to use the ramp. However, visitors are required to have a valid Florida fishing license if they plan on fishing in the area.
As for the type of craft that are permitted on the water, the boat ramp is suitable for small to medium-sized boats, including kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. However, larger boats may have difficulty navigating the river due to shallow areas and low-hanging branches.
The information provided above is accurate as of the time of writing, based on the latest available information from the St Marks National Wildlife Refuge website.
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 St Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Aucilla River -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Econfina River Near Perry | 7 cfs | → |
| Wacissa River Nr Wacissa Fla | 242 cfs | → |
| St. Marks River Near Newport | 442 cfs | → |
| Wakulla River Near Crawfordville | 410 cfs | → |
| Fenholloway River Nr Perry Fla | 117 cfs | → |
| Aucilla River At Lamont | 37 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
- Forest Service Property Bounday To St. Marks Wildlife Refuge Boundary
- Tirce Creek Bridge (Monkey Creek) To Forest Service Property Boundary In Sec 13
- Bradwell Bay Wilderness (Northern Boundary) To Bradwell Bay Wilderness Boundary At Trice Bridge On Fr 329
- Headwaters To Concrete Bridge (Burnt Bridge) On Fh 13 (Where River Enters Bradwell Ray Wilderness)
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 St Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Aucilla River as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About St Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Aucilla River
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
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