Located on Longboat Pass in Bradenton Beach, 12.9 miles from Sarasota. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.8/5 across 256 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
The 10 Best Boat Ramps Near Sarasota, FL (2026)
We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Sarasota by real boater reviews. The top pick: Coquina North Boat Ramp in Bradenton Beach, rated 4.8/5 from 256 Google reviews (12.9 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 9 waterbodies.
Located on Longboat Pass in Bradenton Beach, 12.4 miles from Sarasota. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.7/5 across 162 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Heron Lagoon in Sarasota, 8.2 miles from Sarasota. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.7/5 across 160 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Warner'S Bayou in West Bradenton, 13.1 miles from Sarasota. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 255 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Manatee River in Palmetto, 12.4 miles from Sarasota. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 195 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Palma Sola Bay in Bradenton, 13.5 miles from Sarasota. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.5/5 across 144 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on New Pass in Sarasota, 2.7 miles from Sarasota. Rated 4.5/5 from 99 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Manatee River in Manavista, 12.3 miles from Sarasota. Rated 4.5/5 from 57 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Braden River in Bradenton, 11.0 miles from Sarasota. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.4/5 across 111 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Whitaker Bayou in Sarasota, 1.3 miles from Sarasota. Rated 4.4/5 from 37 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Launching Around Sarasota? Watch the Tide
9 of the top 10 ramps near Sarasota 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 11 Near Sarasota
| Rank | Name | City | Rating | Reviews | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coquina North Boat Ramp | Bradenton Beach | 4.8/5 | 256 | 12.9 mi |
| 2 | Coquina Beach South Boat Ramp | Bradenton Beach | 4.7/5 | 162 | 12.4 mi |
| 3 | Turtle Beach Public Boat Ramp | Sarasota | 4.7/5 | 160 | 8.2 mi |
| 4 | Warner's Bayou Boat Ramp | West Bradenton | 4.6/5 | 255 | 13.1 mi |
| 5 | Riverside Boat Ramp | Palmetto | 4.6/5 | 195 | 12.4 mi |
| 6 | Palma Sola Causeway Boat Ramp | Bradenton | 4.5/5 | 144 | 13.5 mi |
| 7 | Ken Thompson Boat Ramp | Sarasota | 4.5/5 | 99 | 2.7 mi |
| 8 | Highland Shores Boat Ramp | Manavista | 4.5/5 | 57 | 12.3 mi |
| 9 | State Road 64 Boat Ramp | Bradenton | 4.4/5 | 111 | 11.0 mi |
| 10 | Don Roehr Boat Ramps | Sarasota | 4.4/5 | 37 | 1.3 mi |
| 11 | Blackburn Point Park Boat Ramp | Osprey | 3.9/5 | 13 | 11.1 mi |
Sarasota Boat Ramp FAQ
What is the best boat ramp near Sarasota?▾
Coquina North Boat Ramp in Bradenton Beach is the highest-rated boat ramp near Sarasota, with a 4.8/5 Google rating from 256 reviews, 12.9 miles from the city center on Longboat Pass.
How many boat ramps are near Sarasota?▾
BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Sarasota, Florida. 11 of the top-rated launches offer public access.
What waterbodies can I launch on near Sarasota?▾
Top-rated launches near Sarasota put you on Longboat Pass, Heron Lagoon, Warner'S Bayou, Manatee River, Palma Sola Bay and 4 more waterbodies.
Do I need to worry about tides at Sarasota boat ramps?▾
Yes — 9 of the top 10 ramps near Sarasota 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.