Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry)
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:43 PM
- Tide
- 0.558 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 5 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8729210 — Panama City Beach · 17.9 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (78% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry)
| Location | Point Washington, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Gulf of America |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.372730, -86.114902 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Walton County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry) is a public boat launch providing access to Gulf of America in Point Washington, Florida at coordinates 30.37273, -86.11490. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC).
Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry) is a public boat launch on Gulf of America in Point Washington, Walton 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: Gravel, launch lanes: 1, restrooms: No Toilet. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, 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 Point Washington • public launch in Walton County • fishing access on Gulf of America • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Gravel |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
| Restrooms | No Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 6 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | Yes |
| Hours | 24 Hours |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | Walton County |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry)
Is Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry) free to use?
Yes, Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry) is a public boat launch with free access in Point Washington, Florida.
What water does Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry) access?
Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry) provides boat launch access to Gulf of America in Point Washington, Florida.
How do I get to Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry)?
Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry) is located at coordinates 30.372730, -86.114902 in Point Washington, 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
The area surrounding Point Washington Public Boat Ramp (aka Harbor Island Ferry) includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.0 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.