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Fort Island Gulf Beach Public Boat Ramp vs Crystal River Preserve State Park - Visitor Center Kayak Launch
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Citrus County, Florida.
These ramps are about 3.3 miles apart.
Fort Island Gulf Beach Public Boat Ramp
CRYSTAL RIVER
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Crystal River Preserve State Park - Visitor Center Kayak Launch
CRYSTAL RIVER
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Type
Stand Alone Ramp
Hand Launch Only
Hours
24 Hours
8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year
Fees
Yes
No
Launch Lanes
2
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Water Type
Salt or Brackish Water
Salt or Brackish Water
Water Body
Crystal River
Crystal River
Trailer Parking
24 spaces
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Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
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Yes
Which ramp should you choose?
Both Fort Island Gulf Beach Public Boat Ramp and Crystal River Preserve State Park - Visitor Center Kayak Launch provide public access in Citrus County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.