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Placida Boat Ramp

Placida, FL · Placida Harbor · saltwater
✓ FWC-listed public ramp

Small town ramp providing direct access to Gasparilla Sound. Scenic and quiet setting with local flavor. Gateway to Boca Grande Pass and Gulf. Boaters have 5 launch lanes available, and the lot holds roughly 50 vehicle-and-trailer parking spaces. This is a saltwater launch serving Placida Harbor. The ramp is easy to find near the Boca Grande Causeway and Gasparilla Island. On-site amenities include restrooms and picnic area.

Lanes
5
Fee
Free
Trailer parking
50
Hours
24 Hours

Facilities

RestroomsPicnic Area
Get directions

6499 Gasparilla Road, Placida, FL 33946 · GPS: 26.83280, -82.26949

Frequently Asked Questions

How many launch lanes does Placida Boat Ramp have?

Placida Boat Ramp has 5 launch lanes.

Is there trailer parking at Placida Boat Ramp?

Yes — there are approximately 50 vehicle-and-trailer parking spaces at Placida Boat Ramp.

What water does Placida Boat Ramp access?

Placida Boat Ramp provides saltwater access to Placida Harbor.

What facilities are available at Placida Boat Ramp?

Facilities at Placida Boat Ramp include: restrooms, picnic area.

What is the tide at Placida Boat Ramp today?

Tide predictions for Placida Boat Ramp come from the NOAA station at Punta Gorda, about 14 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.

Is there a boat ramp near the Boca Grande Causeway?

Yes — Placida Boat Ramp is a public boat ramp near the Boca Grande Causeway, located at 6499 Gasparilla Road, Placida, FL 33946.

Where is Placida Boat Ramp located?

Placida Boat Ramp is located at 6499 Gasparilla Road, Placida, FL 33946 in Charlotte County, Florida. It sits near the Boca Grande Causeway and Gasparilla Island.

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Tides — Punta Gorda ET

Thu, Aug 27
4:30 AMHigh · 1.5 ft
9:23 AMLow · 1.1 ft
3:10 PMHigh · 2.2 ft
10:43 PMLow · 0.4 ft
Fri, Aug 28
4:36 AMHigh · 1.6 ft
10:05 AMLow · 0.9 ft
3:51 PMHigh · 2.2 ft
11:07 PMLow · 0.5 ft
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Predictions are for NOAA station Punta Gorda, about 14 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

Citgo ↗6.8 mi
⚠ Fuel is sparse near this ramp — the closest station is 5 mi away. Top off before you head in.
Road fuel for tow vehicles — hours and diesel noted where known. Station data © OpenStreetMap contributors.