Philippe Creek Boat Ramp
1420 Gilbert Avenue
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Boat Ramps in Sarasota, FL
Sarasota, Florida has 14 public boat ramps with GPS coordinates, Google ratings, and directions. Find the best launch near you.
14 Boat Ramps
Sarasota Boat Launch Overview
Sarasota, Florida has 14 boat ramps mapped on BoatLaunchMap. The top-rated launch is Turtle Beach Public Boat Ramp, rated 4.7/5 from 160 Google reviews. Boaters in Sarasota can access Heron Lagoon, New Pass, Gulf of America, and 3 more waterbodies. 9 of 14 ramps offer free public access.
14
Boat Ramps
6
Waterbodies
4.5
Avg Rating
9
Free Public
Waterbodies in Sarasota
- Heron Lagoon
- 3 ramps
- New Pass
- 3 ramps
- Gulf of America
- 2 ramps
- Myakka River
- 2 ramps
- Philippe Creek
- 1 ramp
- Cooper Creek
- 1 ramp
Top Rated in Sarasota
Turtle Beach Public Boat Ramp
4.7/5 (160 reviews)
on Heron Lagoon
| Name | Waterbody | Rating | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philippe Creek Boat Ramp | Philippe Creek | — | public |
| Heron Lagoon Boat Ramp | Heron Lagoon | — | — |
| Gulf of America Boat Ramp | Gulf of America | — | — |
| Cooper Creek Boat Ramp | Cooper Creek | — | — |
| Kayak Launch | Gulf of America | — | — |
| New Pass Boat Ramp | New Pass | — | — |
| Turtle Beach Public Boat Ramp | Heron Lagoon | 4.7/5 | public |
| Ken Thompson Boat Ramp | New Pass | 4.5/5 | public |
| Don Roehr Boat Ramps | Whitaker Bayou | 4.4/5 | public |
| Myakka River Boat Ramp | Myakka River | — | public |
| Kayak Launch | Heron Lagoon | — | public |
| Myakka River Boat Ramp | Myakka River | — | public |
| Ted Sperling South Lido Beach County Park - Kayak Launch | Big Sarasota Pass | — | public |
| Ken Thompson Park Kayak Beach | New Pass | — | public |
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Heron Lagoon Boat Ramp
8702 Blind Pass Road
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Gulf of America Boat Ramp
1265 Old Stickney Point Road
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Cooper Creek Boat Ramp
1990 World Championship Drive
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Kayak Launch
FL, USA
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New Pass Boat Ramp
Sarasota, Florida
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Turtle Beach Public Boat Ramp
4.7
(160)8701 Blind Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242, USA
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Ken Thompson Boat Ramp
4.5
(99)1708 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
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Don Roehr Boat Ramps
4.4
(37)Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
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Myakka River Boat Ramp
13208 Florida 72
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Kayak Launch
8626 Turtle Beach Road
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Myakka River Boat Ramp
13207 State Road 72
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Ted Sperling South Lido Beach County Park - Kayak Launch
Sarasota, Florida
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Ken Thompson Park Kayak Beach
Sarasota, Florida
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many boat ramps are in Sarasota, Florida?+
Sarasota, Florida has 14 catalogued boat ramps with locations, ratings, and access details.
What's the best boat ramp in Sarasota?+
Turtle Beach Public Boat Ramp is the highest-rated launch in Sarasota, scoring 4.7/5 (160 reviews).
Are there free public boat ramps in Sarasota?+
Yes — 9 of the 14 launches in Sarasota are marked as free public access.
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Fees & Permits
Launch fees vary by facility and season. Some Sarasota ramps are free while others require daily or annual passes. Check posted signs at each location.
Safety Requirements
Florida requires valid registration, personal flotation devices, and appropriate safety equipment. Verify your vessel meets all requirements before launching.