Boat ramp · Altoona · Marion County

Ocala National Forest - Farles Prairie Recreation Area Primitive Boat Ramp

Farles Lake · Lake · Freshwater

Fee$5
Lanes1 lane
Trailer parking4 trailer spaces
WaterFreshwater
ConditionGood to Excellent

Small lot: only 4 trailer spaces. On weekends and holidays, arrive early or keep a second ramp in mind.

Florida FWC boat ramp inventory

About Ocala National Forest - Farles Prairie Recreation Area Primitive Boat Ramp

Aerial view of Ocala National Forest - Farles Prairie Recreation Area Primitive Boat Ramp
The ramp, seen from above · Imagery: USDA NAIP via USGS The National Map (public domain)

About this ramp

Ocala National Forest - Farles Prairie Recreation Area Primitive Boat Ramp is a boat ramp in Altoona, Marion County on Farles Lake, a lake with freshwater. It is publicly owned and open to everyone and managed by United States Forest Service. Partner: Ocala National Forest.

Launching

The ramp has 1 lane with a sand surface. The FWC rates its condition as good to excellent.

Fees, parking and hours

The launch fee is $5. Parking: 4 trailer spaces, not paved - gravel/limestone/packed soil. Small lot: only 4 trailer spaces. On weekends and holidays, arrive early or keep a second ramp in mind.

Facilities

Restrooms: Flush Toilet. Amenities: grill, picnic.

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Nearby

Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check local signs for current fees and hours.

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