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Palma Sola Bay - Winston Tract Kayak Launch Site

MANATEE County, Florida

At a glance

Ramp type
Hand Launch Only
Access
Government Owned For General Public Use
Surface
Sand, Sand
Dock
No Docks
Fee required
No
Managed by
Manatee County
Coordinates
27.49652, -82.65937

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.

Palma Sola Bay - Winston Tract Kayak Launch Site is a public boat ramp in MANATEE County, Florida (hand launch only), listed in the FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check posted hours and fees before launching.

About Palma Sola Bay - Winston Tract Kayak Launch Site

Palma Sola Bay - Winston Tract Kayak Launch Site is a public boat ramp in Manatee County, Florida. It is managed by Manatee County. 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. No launch fee is required. Confirm current hours locally before arriving.

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 Palma Sola Bay - Winston Tract Kayak Launch Site?

No launch fee is required.

What are the hours?

Confirm current hours locally.

Who manages Palma Sola Bay - Winston Tract Kayak Launch Site?

It is managed by Manatee County.