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Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park Paddlecraft Launch Dock

HILLSBOROUGH County, Florida

At a glance

Ramp type
Hand Launch Only
Access
Government Owned For General Public Use
Hours
7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Managed by
City of Tampa
Coordinates
27.94130, -82.45222

Before you go

This page is built from official government data. Always confirm current closures, permits, and local regulations before you leave the dock. See our full disclaimer.

Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park Paddlecraft Launch Dock is a public boat ramp in HILLSBOROUGH County, Florida (hand launch only), listed in the FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check posted hours and fees before launching.

About Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park Paddlecraft Launch Dock

Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park Paddlecraft Launch Dock is a public boat ramp in Hillsborough County, Florida. It is managed by City of Tampa. It is listed as a hand launch only.

It is a hand-launch only site — there is no trailer ramp, so it suits car-top boats, kayaks, and canoes rather than trailered vessels. There is no dock at this site. The site is government-owned and open for general public use. Check locally whether a launch fee applies. Posted hours are posted hours to posted hours.

This is a boat ramp facility only — come prepared with your own vessel and gear. As with any public ramp, parking, water levels, and conditions at the water's edge can vary, so it's worth checking locally before you go, especially outside daylight hours.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a fee to launch at Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park Paddlecraft Launch Dock?

Check locally whether a launch fee applies.

What are the hours?

Posted hours are posted hours to posted hours.

Who manages Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park Paddlecraft Launch Dock?

It is managed by City of Tampa.