Lake Manatee State Park boat launch
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:22 PM
- Water temp
- 88°F
- Water level
- 1.66 ft
- Tide
- 1.234 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8726384 — Port Manatee · 17.4 mi from this ramp
Live Water Conditions on Lake Manatee
Updated 58 min agoSource: USGS station 023000095 — MANATEE RIVER AT RYE FL · 3.7 mi from Lake Manatee
Launch Light & Moon — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Lake Manatee State Park boat launch
| Location | Lakewood Ranch, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Manatee |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (16 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 27.481581, -82.340823 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Manatee County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Lake Manatee State Park boat launch is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Manatee in Lakewood Ranch, Florida at coordinates 27.48158, -82.34082. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC). Rated 4.7/5 based on 16 Google reviews.
Lake Manatee State Park boat launch is a public boat launch on Lake Manatee in Lakewood Ranch, Manatee County, Florida. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. Facility details on record include ramp surface: Concrete, launch lanes: 2, restrooms: Flush Toilet. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Lakewood Ranch • public launch in Manatee County • fishing access on Lake Manatee • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 2 |
| Restrooms | Flush Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 17 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | Yes |
| Hours | 8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year |
| Fee | $9 |
| Managed By | Florida Department of Environmental Protection |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Manatee State Park boat launch
Is Lake Manatee State Park boat launch free to use?
Yes, Lake Manatee State Park boat launch is a public boat launch with free access in Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
How is Lake Manatee State Park boat launch rated?
Lake Manatee State Park boat launch has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 16 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Lake Manatee State Park boat launch access?
Lake Manatee State Park boat launch provides boat launch access to Lake Manatee in Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
How do I get to Lake Manatee State Park boat launch?
Lake Manatee State Park boat launch is located at coordinates 27.481581, -82.340823 in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 9.3 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.