29.5081467, -81.8035483

Kirkpatrick Dam Boat Ramp

Free to launch Reported open Public access
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Kirkpatrick Dam Boat Ramp is a public launch on Ocklawaha River - Rodman Reservoir in Putnam County, Florida .

The nearest community is Welaka, about 8.2 miles away. The closest larger city is Ocala, approximately 30.0 miles away. The site lies within the Lower Ocklawaha Lake watershed, as defined by the EPA.

Sourced from Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission . Last checked against the source on July 11, 2026. Listed on Boat Ramp US since July 28, 2026.

Boat ramps on Ocklawaha River - Rodman Reservoir

Kirkpatrick Dam Boat Ramp is currently the only public boat ramp we track on Ocklawaha River - Rodman Reservoir . If you know of another public launch nearby, let us know.

Nearby boat ramps in Putnam County

We currently track 29 public boat ramps in Putnam 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.

Kirkpatrick Dam Boat Ramp provides access to Ocklawaha River - Rodman Reservoir.

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
Putnam County, Florida
Nearby places
Welaka (8.2 mi)
Interlachen (9.6 mi)
Pomona Park (12.8 mi)
Coordinates
29.5081467, -81.8035483 Gaia
Waterbody
Ocklawaha River - Rodman Reservoir
Access type
Public
Hours
8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year
Ramp surface
Concrete

Amenities

Grill Night lighting Picnic

Current weather

81°F Clear

Wind SSW 9 mph

Full NWS forecast · via National Weather Service
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 at 2:05 PM

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