Are there free boat ramps in Saint Petersburg, Florida?

Yes — 18 public boat ramps in Saint Petersburg are listed as free or no-fee. Public ramps are operated by state, county, or city agencies and are open to anyone with a registered watercraft.

Do I need a permit to launch a boat at a free Saint Petersburg ramp?

Most public ramps in Florida are free to use but you may need a current boater safety certificate and a registered watercraft. Some state-park ramps charge a parking fee even when the launch itself is free. Check the individual ramp page for current fee information.

Free Public Boat Launches in Saint Petersburg, FL

There are 18 free, public boat launches in Saint Petersburg, Florida. All ramps on this page are operated by a public agency (state, county, federal, or municipal) with no launch fee or with public access listed by the maintaining authority.

All free public boat launches in Saint Petersburg (18)

All free public boat launches in Saint Petersburg (18)

Crisp Park Boat Ramp

Maximo Park Beach Paddlecraft Access

South Shore Park Paddlecraft Access

Sunshine Skyway North Rest Area - Jet Ski Beach

Sunshine Skyway North Rest Area - Paddlecraft Beach

O'Neill's Marina

Coquina Key Park Kayak Launch

Clam Bayou Boat Ramp

Sunlit Cove Boat Ramp

Clam Bayou Nature Park - 34th Avenue Paddlecraft Launch Dock

Lassing Park Paddlecraft Access

North Shore Park Beach - Paddlecraft Access

Gandy Bridge Marina (Ramp Closed)

Gandy Causeway Wayside Beach Paddlecraft Access Points

St. Pete - 4th Street North Undeveloped Launch Site

Point Pinellas

Demens Landing Boat Ramp

Maximo Boat Ramp

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