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Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge - McCormick Creek Canoe Launch vs Shell Mound Park and Public Boat Ramp
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Levy County, Florida.
These ramps are about 5.6 miles apart.
Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge - McCormick Creek Canoe Launch
CHIEFLAND
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Shell Mound Park and Public Boat Ramp
CEDAR KEY
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Type
Hand Launch Only
Stand Alone Ramp
Hours
Daytime Use Only
24 Hours
Fees
No
No
Launch Lanes
1
2
Water Type
Salt or Brackish Water
Salt or Brackish Water
Water Body
McCormick Creek
Suwannee Sound
Trailer Parking
4 spaces
12 spaces
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
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Which ramp should you choose?
Both Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge - McCormick Creek Canoe Launch and Shell Mound Park and Public Boat Ramp provide public access in Levy 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.