Popular Gulf access point in Crystal River with paved ramp and ample parking. Gateway to manatee viewing and Gulf fishing opportunities. Good for both recreational and professional fishing. Boaters have 2 launch lanes available, and the lot holds roughly 24 vehicle-and-trailer parking spaces. This is a saltwater launch serving Crystal River. On-site amenities include restrooms, picnic area, playground and fish cleaning station.
16000 W Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429 · GPS: 28.91095, -82.69222
Fort Island Gulf Beach has 2 launch lanes.
Yes — there are approximately 24 vehicle-and-trailer parking spaces at Fort Island Gulf Beach.
Fort Island Gulf Beach provides saltwater access to Crystal River.
Facilities at Fort Island Gulf Beach include: restrooms, picnic area, playground, fish cleaning station.
Tide predictions for Fort Island Gulf Beach come from the NOAA station at Crystal River, Kings Bay, about 6 miles from the ramp. The tide chart on this page shows today's high and low tide times and heights, updated daily from NOAA, plus predictions for the coming week.
Fort Island Gulf Beach is located at 16000 W Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429 in Citrus County, Florida.