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The 10 Best Boat Ramps Near Key West, FL (2026)

We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Key West by real boater reviews. The top pick: Oceanside Marina in Key West, rated 4.8/5 from 11 Google reviews (3.3 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 9 waterbodies.

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Oceanside Marina

Best Overall

Located on Atlantic Ocean in Key West, 3.3 miles from Key West. Rated 4.8/5 from 11 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.8/5 (11)3.3 mi from Key WestAtlantic Oceanprivate accessDetails, conditions & directions →
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Sugarloaf Marina

Top Pick on Lower Sugarloaf Sound

Located on Lower Sugarloaf Sound in Perky, 14.9 miles from Key West. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.7/5 across 176 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.7/5 (176)14.9 mi from Key WestLower Sugarloaf Soundprivate accessDetails, conditions & directions →
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Blimp Road Boat Launch

Top Pick on Atlantic Ocean

Located on Atlantic Ocean in Cudjoe Key, 20.1 miles from Key West. Rated 4.7/5 from 23 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.7/5 (23)20.1 mi from Key WestAtlantic Oceanpublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →

Located on Atlantic Ocean in Stock Island, 4.8 miles from Key West. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 135 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.6/5 (135)4.8 mi from Key WestAtlantic Oceanprivate accessDetails, conditions & directions →

Located on Atlantic Ocean in Big Pine Key, 27.1 miles from Key West. Rated 4.6/5 from 22 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.6/5 (22)27.1 mi from Key WestAtlantic Oceanpublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
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11th Street Public Boat Ramp

Top Pick on Garrison Bight

Located on Garrison Bight in Key West, 0.8 miles from Key West. Rated 4.6/5 from 16 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.6/5 (16)0.8 mi from Key WestGarrison Bightpublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
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Cow Key Marina

Most Reviewed

Located on Atlantic Ocean in Stock Island, 2.2 miles from Key West. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.5/5 across 228 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.5/5 (228)2.2 mi from Key WestAtlantic Oceanprivate accessDetails, conditions & directions →
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City Marina At Garrison Bight

Closest to Key West

Located on Garrison Bight in Key West, 0.4 miles from Key West. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.5/5 across 159 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.5/5 (159)0.4 mi from Key WestGarrison Bightprivate accessDetails, conditions & directions →
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Sammy Creek Landing

Top Pick on Sammy Creek

Located on Sammy Creek, 13.6 miles from Key West. Rated 4.5/5 from 92 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.5/5 (92)13.6 mi from Key WestSammy Creekpublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
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Fort Zachary Cruise Pier

Top Pick on Key West Bight

Located on Key West Bight in Key West, 2.0 miles from Key West. Rated 4.5/5 from 91 Google reviews. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.

4.5/5 (91)2.0 mi from Key WestKey West BightDetails, conditions & directions →

Launching Around Key West? Watch the Tide

10 of the top 10 ramps near Key West are tidal. At low water, short or shallow ramps can leave your trailer wheels-deep with the prop in the mud. Every tidal ramp page on BoatLaunchMap shows live NOAA tide readings — check before you tow.

Complete Rankings: Top 18 Near Key West

Best boat ramps near Key West, FL
RankNameCityRatingReviewsDistance
1Oceanside MarinaKey West4.8/5113.3 mi
2Sugarloaf MarinaPerky4.7/517614.9 mi
3Blimp Road Boat LaunchCudjoe Key4.7/52320.1 mi
4Boca Chica MarinaStock Island4.6/51354.8 mi
5Eden Pines Boat RampBig Pine Key4.6/52227.1 mi
611th Street Public Boat RampKey West4.6/5160.8 mi
7Cow Key MarinaStock Island4.5/52282.2 mi
8City Marina At Garrison BightKey West4.5/51590.4 mi
9Sammy Creek Landing4.5/59213.6 mi
10Fort Zachary Cruise PierKey West4.5/5912.0 mi
11Little Torch Key - FL-4A Boat RampLittle Torch Key4.5/54525.6 mi
12Gulf View Park Boat RampEl Chico4.5/5177.8 mi
13Big Pine Key - Jimmy Buffett Mem Hwy Boat RampBig Pine Key4.5/51029.8 mi
14Sigsbee MarinaKey West4.4/51462.0 mi
15Key Haven Boat RampStock Island4.4/5173.3 mi
16Dolphin Marina and Cottages4.3/52025.9 mi
17Cudjoe Gardens MarinaCudjoe Key4.2/54618.6 mi
18Triton Sea Center LLCBig Pine Key3.8/59627.1 mi

Key West Boat Ramp FAQ

What is the best boat ramp near Key West?

Oceanside Marina in Key West is the highest-rated boat ramp near Key West, with a 4.8/5 Google rating from 11 reviews, 3.3 miles from the city center on Atlantic Ocean.

How many boat ramps are near Key West?

BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Key West, Florida. 8 of the top-rated launches offer public access.

What waterbodies can I launch on near Key West?

Top-rated launches near Key West put you on Atlantic Ocean, Lower Sugarloaf Sound, Garrison Bight, Sammy Creek, Key West Bight and 4 more waterbodies.

Do I need to worry about tides at Key West boat ramps?

Yes — 10 of the top 10 ramps near Key West are tidal. At low tide, shallow ramps can leave trailers short of the water. Each BoatLaunchMap ramp page shows live tide data for tidal locations, so check conditions before you tow.

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