Coon Bottom Landing Public Boat Ramp
Public boat launch in Florida with 2 amenities including boat launch and public access.
Stand Alone Ramp1 laneConcreteFreeSalt or Brackish Water
About This Ramp
Bal Alex Public Boat Ramp is a stand alone ramp in Gulf Breeze, Florida, providing access to Pensacola Bay - East Bay (salt or brackish water). The ramp has 1 lane with a concrete surface in good to excellent condition. Launch is free of charge. The facility features a fixed launch dock, portable toilet restrooms and trailer parking for 5 vehicles. Hours: 24 hours.
Ramp Details
Ramp & Launch
- Access
- Government — Open to Public
- Ramp Type
- Stand Alone Ramp
- Surface
- Concrete
- Condition
- Good to Excellent
- Single Lanes
- 1
- Total Lanes
- 1
- Dock
- Fixed Launch Dock
- Hours
- 24 hours
Parking & Facilities
- Trailer Spaces
- 5
- Vehicle Spaces
- 5
- Parking Surface
- Not Paved - Gravel/Limestone/Packed Soil
- Parking Condition
- Good
- Restroom
- Portable Toilet
- Accessibility
- No Accommodations for Accessibility
Water & Location
- Water Body
- Pensacola Bay - East Bay
- Water Type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Hydrological Type
- Bay or Lagoon
- County
- Santa Rosa
- Street
- 4180 Sandy Bluff Drive
- ZIP Code
- 32563
- Coordinates
- 30.39779, -87.04836
Frequently Asked Questions — Santa Rosa County
How many public boat ramps are in Santa Rosa County?
There are 57 public boat ramps in Santa Rosa County, Florida listed in our directory, offering access to 19 different water bodies.
Are there free boat ramps in Santa Rosa County?
Yes — most ramps in Santa Rosa County with known fee status (46 of 57) offer free public access. Fees can change seasonally, so confirm before visiting.
Are there ADA-accessible boat ramps in Santa Rosa County?
20 boat ramps in Santa Rosa County report ADA-accessible facilities. Features vary by site but may include accessible parking, restrooms, and launch areas. Call ahead to confirm current conditions before visiting.
What type of water access is available in Santa Rosa County?
Boat ramps in Santa Rosa County provide access to both freshwater inland lakes and rivers, and saltwater or brackish coastal waterways. The county's 19 water bodies offer a variety of fishing, boating, and recreation opportunities.
What is the most common boat ramp surface in Santa Rosa County?
Concrete is the most common ramp surface in Santa Rosa County, found at 35 of the 57 boat ramps in our directory. Surface type affects traction and trailer loading — particularly important in wet or winter conditions.
About This Data
- Managed by
- Santa Rosa County
- Last verified
- May 16, 2026
- Official information
- Official website →
- Data source
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Sourced from the FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory, public domain.
Disclaimer: Information is provided for informational purposes only. Always verify facility hours, amenities, and any required permits before visiting. Contact your state's fish and wildlife agency for up-to-date information.