29.0660640, -81.8344660

Ocala National Forest - Lake Catherine Primitive Boat Ramp

Free to launch Reported open Public access
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Ocala National Forest - Lake Catherine Primitive Boat Ramp is a public launch on Lake Jumper in Marion County, Florida . We currently track 2 public launch sites on this waterbody.

The nearest community is Silver Springs Shores, about 11.6 miles away. The closest larger city is The Villages, approximately 11.9 miles away.

Sourced from FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory . Last checked against the source on July 11, 2026. Listed on Boat Ramp US since July 27, 2026.

Boat ramps on Lake Jumper

We currently track 2 public boat ramps on Lake Jumper , including this one. The other public launch sites on this waterbody are listed below, starting with the closest.

Nearby boat ramps in Marion County

We currently track 44 public boat ramps in Marion County. The closest ramps are listed below, along with the waterbody each one provides access to.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, this is a free launch site.

We don't yet have a confirmed parking count for this location from the managing agency.

This ramp's access type isn't specifically flagged for hand-launched craft, but a trailer ramp can generally be used to launch a kayak or canoe by hand as well.

Ocala National Forest - Lake Catherine Primitive Boat Ramp provides access to Lake Jumper, one of 2 public launch sites we track on it.

This listing is sourced from Florida FWC records - see the official page for the managing agency's own information.

This listing was last checked against the source on July 11, 2026.

Quick facts

County
Marion County, Florida
Nearby places
Silver Springs Shores (11.6 mi)
Lady Lake (11.6 mi)
The Villages (11.9 mi)
Coordinates
29.0660640, -81.8344660 Gaia
Waterbody
Lake Jumper
Access type
Public

Current weather

84°F Clear

Wind S 8 mph

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026 at 3:14 PM

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