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Ocala National Forest - Mill Dam Recreation Area vs Ocala National Forest - Bear Hole Canoe and Kayak Access Site
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Marion County, Florida.
These ramps are about less than a mile apart.
Ocala National Forest - Mill Dam Recreation Area
SILVER SPRINGS
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Ocala National Forest - Bear Hole Canoe and Kayak Access Site
SILVER SPRINGS
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Type
Stand Alone Ramp
Hand Launch Only
Hours
24 Hours
24 Hours
Fees
Yes
No
Launch Lanes
1
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Water Type
Freshwater
Freshwater
Water Body
Mill Dam Lake
Halfmoon Lake
Trailer Parking
11 spaces
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Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
—
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Which ramp should you choose?
Both Ocala National Forest - Mill Dam Recreation Area and Ocala National Forest - Bear Hole Canoe and Kayak Access Site provide public access in Marion 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.
