Riverside Boat Ramp
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8726384 — Port Manatee · 8.8 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — June 20
local timeFirst Quarter (32% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Riverside Boat Ramp
| Location | Palmetto, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Manatee River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (195 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 27.512052, -82.573943 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Manatee County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Riverside Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Manatee River in Palmetto, Florida at coordinates 27.51205, -82.57394. Data published by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FL FWC). Rated 4.6/5 based on 195 Google reviews.
Riverside Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Manatee River in Palmetto, 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: 3, restrooms: Flush 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 Palmetto • public launch in Manatee County • fishing access on Manatee River • Florida boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Ramp Surface | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Launch Lanes | 3 |
| Restrooms | Flush Toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 18 spaces |
| ADA Accessible | Yes |
| Hours | 24 Hours |
| Fee | Free |
| Managed By | City of Palmetto |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Riverside Boat Ramp
Is Riverside Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Riverside Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Palmetto, Florida.
How is Riverside Boat Ramp rated?
Riverside Boat Ramp has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 195 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Riverside Boat Ramp access?
Riverside Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Manatee River in Palmetto, Florida.
How do I get to Riverside Boat Ramp?
Riverside Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 27.512052, -82.573943 in Palmetto, 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 Riverside Boat Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.7 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.