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Boat Ramp

Ken Thompson Park Boat Ramp

SARASOTA County, Florida

At a glance

Ramp type
Stand Alone Ramp
Access
Government Owned For General Public Use
Surface
Concrete
Dock
Fixed Launch Docks
Launch lanes
5
Fee required
No
Hours
24 Hours
Managed by
City of Sarasota
Coordinates
27.33366, -82.57495

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.

Ken Thompson Park Boat Ramp is a public boat ramp in SARASOTA County, Florida (stand alone ramp, 5 lanes), listed in the FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check posted hours and fees before launching.

About Ken Thompson Park Boat Ramp

Ken Thompson Park Boat Ramp is a public boat ramp in Sarasota County, Florida. It is managed by City of Sarasota. It is listed as a stand alone ramp.

The ramp has 5 launch lanes with a concrete surface. A fixed launch docks is available to help with boarding and loading. The site is government-owned and open for general public use. No launch fee is required. The ramp is open 24 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 Ken Thompson Park Boat Ramp?

No launch fee is required.

What are the hours?

The ramp is open 24 hours.

How many launch lanes are there?

There are 5 launch lanes.

Is there a dock?

Yes, a fixed launch docks is available to help with boarding and loading.

Who manages Ken Thompson Park Boat Ramp?

It is managed by City of Sarasota.