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**Access & Facilities**
Taylor Creek at 4th Street in Okeechobee offers a single-lane public boat ramp with 25 parking spaces for vehicles with trailers. The parking area is unpaved (gravel and sand). Note that there is no courtesy dock or restroom facility on-site, so plan accordingly before launching.
**Water Conditions & Character**
Taylor Creek is a medium-sized river system (Stream Order 5) with a total length of nearly 28 miles and a moderate average gradient of 18 feet/mile. With an average flow of 5.62 cubic feet per second and velocity of 1.16 feet/second, conditions are generally mild. As a headwater stream near its source, paddlers should expect typical freshwater creek characteristics. The relatively flat gradient makes this suitable for casual paddling, though water levels may vary seasonally.
**Nearby Alternatives**
If this ramp is full or doesn't meet your needs, other nearby access points in the Okeechobee area include Henry Creek Boat Ramp (Highway 98 South) and Rim Canal (Highway 441 Southeast), which offers lock access to Lake Okeechobee for those seeking larger-water paddling.