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Watermelon Pond Park Boat Ramp Temporarily Closed

Published on 2/9/2026
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Last updated: 2/9/2026 1:30 PM

Alachua County Parks and Open Spaces has temporarily closed the Watermelon Pond Park boat ramp to the launching of watercraft due to low water levels caused by ongoing dry conditions.

The Watermelon Pond Park boat ramp (10700 SW 250th St., Newberry) is unsafe for vessel launching as water levels at the site have dropped significantly.

There is no estimated date for reopening the boat ramp. The closure will remain in effect until sufficient rainfall raises water levels that allow for safe access.

For more information, contact Alachua County Parks and Open Spaces at 352-264-6847 or Parks@alachuacounty.us.

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