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Boat Ramp

Fort Zachary Taylor Paddle Craft Beach

MONROE County, Florida

At a glance

Ramp type
Hand Launch Only
Access
Government Owned For General Public Use
Surface
Sand Kayak Beach
Dock
No Docks
Fee required
Yes
Hours
8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year
Managed by
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Coordinates
24.54538, -81.80942

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.

Fort Zachary Taylor Paddle Craft Beach is a public boat ramp in MONROE County, Florida (hand launch only), listed in the FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. A launch fee applies.

About Fort Zachary Taylor Paddle Craft Beach

Fort Zachary Taylor Paddle Craft Beach is a public boat ramp in Monroe County, Florida. It is managed by Florida Department of Environmental Protection. 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. A launch fee is required — bring a way to pay. Posted hours are posted hours until sunset, 365 days a year.

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 Fort Zachary Taylor Paddle Craft Beach?

Yes, a launch fee is required.

What are the hours?

Posted hours are posted hours until sunset, 365 days a year.

Who manages Fort Zachary Taylor Paddle Craft Beach?

It is managed by Florida Department of Environmental Protection.