Few places pack in as much variety as Bradenton, a calm, sun-soaked stretch of the Suncoast built for relaxed days on protected water. Between the Manatee River, Anna Maria Sound, and Tampa Bay's south shore, you can chase Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout without ever running far. We've gathered 21 public ramps in the area so you can match your launch to the day's plan.
Top ramps around Bradenton
- Braden River Park Kayak Access (Long Portage) · Salt · Braden River
- Braden River Public Boat Ramp · Salt · Braden River - Manatee River
- Coquina Beach Boat Ramp North · Salt · Sarasota Bay
- Coquina Beach Boat Ramp South · Salt · Sarasota Bay
- Herb Dolan Bayfront Park - Kayak Launch · Salt · Tampa Bay
- Holmes Beach Memorial Park · Salt · Anna Maria Sound
- Jiggs Landing Boat Ramp · Fresh · Evers Reservoir / Braden River / Ward Lake
- Jiggs Landing Kayak Dock · Fresh · Evers Reservoir / Braden River / Ward Lake
Browse all Manatee County ramps →
What's biting & when
Target species:
Best months: Spring tarpon in the passes; fall for the best inshore action.
Tides & timing
The nearest NOAA reference station is Port Manatee. Today's predicted tides:
High tide
2:52 AM
1.874 ft (MLLW)
Low tide
8:25 AM
0.858 ft (MLLW)
High tide
2:43 PM
2.42 ft (MLLW)
Low tide
9:13 PM
0.702 ft (MLLW)
Full 7-day Port Manatee tide chart →
Ramp locations from the FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Tide data from NOAA Tides & Currents. Species and seasonal notes are general guidance — always check current FWC regulations and seasons.