Coon Bottom Landing Public Boat Ramp
Public boat launch in Florida with 2 amenities including boat launch and public access.
Stand Alone Ramp1 laneConcrete$5 feeSalt or Brackish Water
About This Ramp
Cockroach Bay Public Boat Ramp is a stand alone ramp in Ruskin, Florida, providing access to Tampa Bay - Cockroach Bay (salt or brackish water). The ramp has 1 lane with a concrete surface in good to excellent condition. A launch fee is required ($5); fees are collected parking meter or annual permit. The facility features a no dock and trailer parking for 30 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
- No Dock
- Hours
- 24 Hours
Parking & Facilities
- Trailer Spaces
- 30
- Vehicle Spaces
- 5
- Parking Surface
- Not Paved - Gravel/Limestone/Packed Soil
- Parking Condition
- Good
- Accessibility
- No Accommodations for Accessibility
Fee Information
- Fee Required
- Yes
- Amount
- $5
- Collection
- Parking Meter or Annual Permit
Water & Location
- Water Body
- Tampa Bay - Cockroach Bay
- Water Type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Hydrological Type
- Bay or Lagoon
- County
- Hillsborough
- Street
- 5299 Cockroach Bay Road
- ZIP Code
- 33570
- Coordinates
- 27.68701, -82.52036
Frequently Asked Questions — Hillsborough County
How many public boat ramps are in Hillsborough County?
There are 44 public boat ramps in Hillsborough County, Florida listed in our directory, offering access to 20 different water bodies.
Are there free boat ramps in Hillsborough County?
15 of the 42 ramps in Hillsborough County with known fee information offer free access. The remainder charge a launch fee — contact the managing agency for current rates.
Are there ADA-accessible boat ramps in Hillsborough County?
24 boat ramps in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough County?
Boat ramps in Hillsborough County provide access to both freshwater inland lakes and rivers, and saltwater or brackish coastal waterways. The county's 20 water bodies offer a variety of fishing, boating, and recreation opportunities.
What is the most common boat ramp surface in Hillsborough County?
Concrete is the most common ramp surface in Hillsborough County, found at 23 of the 44 boat ramps in our directory. Surface type affects traction and trailer loading — particularly important in wet or winter conditions.
About This Data
- Managed by
- Hillsborough 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.