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Headline 1: Due to the hurricane, the R.D. Keene, Lake Down and Barnett boat ramps are CLOSED. Questions? Email parks@ocfl.net.
Headline 2: Due to the hurricane, EPD's Lake Lucie Conservation Area, Johns Lake Conservation Area and Eagles Roost are CLOSED. Sites will re-open after being deemed safe for public use.
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R.D. Keene Boat Ramp and Lake Down Boat Ramp (Butler Chain of Lakes) are CLOSED Due to High Water Levels
Following Hurricane Ian in 2022, Orange County Parks and Recreation established procedures regarding the opening and closure of County Boat Ramps. According to such procedures:
Boating is likely to be safe in terms of submerged structures; varies by waterbody (e.g., levels are below the NHWE or 9 inches above the NHWE on the Butler Chain of Lakes, have returned to pre-storm levels, or levels are less than the NHWE and trending downward on two consecutive readings with no significant additional storm anticipated in the near future, if levels are near the NHWE).
On 10/2/24, Lake Butler was 1.04 feet (12.48 inches) above Normal High Water Levels. We continue to monitor each ramp and will open when levels lower below 99.23 feet (9 inches above NHWE of 98.48 feet). At this time, we do not have a projected opening date; please use one of the other seven open Orange County boat ramps.
If you wish to see the latest water levels:
R.D. Keene Park has two soccer fields available for a rental fee of $35/hour, a large covered playground and picnic areas. To make a reservation, please call the park directly at 407-254-1940; leave a detailed message if you reach voicemail. Please note that Orange County Parks and Recreation requires 30 days or more to schedule and complete payment and paperwork for all rentals.
We ask that all who visit the Butler Chain of Lakes observe common safe boating practices:
Boat Ramp Information
Orange County Parks and Recreation 4801 W. Colonial Dr. Orlando, FL 32808 To reach a specific park: click on the A–Z tab and select the park or facility you are interested in for the phone number. Email: parks@ocfl.net Parks Administration: 407-836-6200 Parks' Events InfoLine: 407-836-6280 Facebook Events List: Orange County, Florida Twitter: @OrangeCoParksFL