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E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp

Ruskin, FL · Tampa Bay - Eastern Shore · saltwater
✓ FWC-listed public ramp
⚠ The assisted kayak launch is closed (county update Apr 2026); kayaks can still launch from the sand area. Closure status changes often — verify with FWC before heading out.

County park providing southern access to Lower Tampa Bay. Family-friendly with excellent amenities. Good base for exploring bay and Mangrove ecosystems. Expect 4 launch lanes and roughly 62 vehicle-and-trailer parking spaces. It provides saltwater access to Tampa Bay - Eastern Shore. The site offers restrooms, picnic area, playground and fish cleaning station.

Lanes
4
Fee
$7
Trailer parking
62
Hours
8 AM - 7 PM (spring/summer), 8 AM - 6 PM (fall/winter)

Facilities

RestroomsPicnic AreaPlaygroundFish Cleaning Station
Get directions

2401 19th Avenue Nw, Ruskin, FL 33570 · GPS: 27.74594, -82.47339

Frequently Asked Questions

How many launch lanes does E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp have?

E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp has 4 launch lanes.

Is there trailer parking at E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp?

Yes — there are approximately 62 vehicle-and-trailer parking spaces at E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp.

What water does E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp access?

E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp provides saltwater access to Tampa Bay - Eastern Shore.

What facilities are available at E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp?

Facilities at E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp include: restrooms, picnic area, playground, fish cleaning station.

What is the tide at E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp today?

Tide predictions for E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp come from the NOAA station at Old Port Tampa, about 9 miles from the ramp. The tide chart on this page shows today's high and low tide times and heights, updated daily from NOAA, plus predictions for the coming week.

Where is E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp located?

E.G. Simmons Park Boat Ramp is located at 2401 19th Avenue Nw, Ruskin, FL 33570 in Hillsborough County, Florida.

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Tides — Old Port Tampa ET

Thu, Aug 27
3:55 AMHigh · 2.1 ft
8:37 AMLow · 1.3 ft
2:42 PMHigh · 3.0 ft
9:55 PMLow · 0.5 ft
Fri, Aug 28
4:07 AMHigh · 2.1 ft
9:14 AMLow · 1.1 ft
3:23 PMHigh · 2.9 ft
10:15 PMLow · 0.6 ft
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Predictions are for NOAA station Old Port Tampa, about 9 mi from this ramp. Times are Eastern Time (ET) — the zone at the station. Heights are water level relative to the station datum — not depth at the ramp. Wind and weather can change actual levels.

Conditions — Tampa Bay Area

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Nearby Bait & Tackle

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Fuel Nearby

Road fuel for tow vehicles — hours and diesel noted where known. Station data © OpenStreetMap contributors.