Ocala National Forest - Alexander Springs Recreation Area Paddlecraft Launch

Hand launch only (kayak, canoe, paddleboard) on Alexander Springs in Altoona, Lake County

Fee
Free (no launch fee listed)
Lanes
Not listed by FWC
Hours
Not listed by FWC
Trailer parking
Not listed by FWC
Restrooms
Flush toilets (accessible)
Navigate (driving directions)

Driving directions only; not for navigation on the water.

Check fees, hours and status with United States Forest Service before you go.

All FWC facts

All FWC facts
StatusOpen
Ramp typeHand launch only (kayak, canoe, paddleboard)
AccessGovernment Owned for General Public Use
FeeFree (no launch fee listed)
Launch lanesNot listed by FWC
HoursNot listed by FWC
Trailer parkingNot listed by FWC
Car-only parking117 spaces, 6 accessible
RestroomsFlush toilets (accessible)
AccessibilityHigh Level of Accessibility
Ramp surfaceAccessible Kayak Dock
Parking surfaceAsphalt · Good to excellent condition
DocksKayak Launch Dock
Other amenitiesGrill, Picnic
WaterFreshwater · River or Stream
Water bodyAlexander Springs
Managed byUnited States Forest Service with Ocala National Forest
AddressAltoona, FL 32702
CountyLake County
Coordinates29.08147, -81.57786
FWC ramp IDLK00029AA

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Nearest open ramps

Straight-line distance (as the crow flies), not driving or boating distance.