Fort Desoto Park - Madelaine Key Paddlecraft Access - South
Fort Desoto Park - Madelaine Key Paddlecraft Access - South is a hand launch only in Saint Petersburg, Florida, providing access to Tampa Bay - Bunces Pass (...
Hand Launch OnlyNatural Shoreline$5 feeSalt or Brackish WaterAccessibility feature recorded
About This Ramp
Fort Desoto Park - Madelaine Key Paddlecraft Access - West is a hand launch only in Saint Petersburg, Florida, providing access to Tampa Bay - Bunces Pass (salt or brackish water). The ramp has a natural shoreline surface. A launch fee is required ($5); fees are collected parking meter. The facility features a no dock and flush toilet restrooms (ADA accessible). Hours: 7:00 AM to Sunset, Daily.
Ramp Details
Ramp & Launch
- Access
- Government — Open to Public
- Ramp Type
- Hand Launch Only
- Surface
- Natural Shoreline
- Dock
- No Dock
- Hours
- 7:00 AM to Sunset, Daily
Parking & Facilities
- Parking Surface
- Not Paved - Grass/Loose Soil/Sand
- Parking Condition
- Good
- Restroom
- Flush Toilet (source marks accessible)
- Accessibility
- No Accommodations for Accessibility
Fee Information
- Fee Required
- Yes
- Amount
- $5
- Collection
- Parking Meter
Water & Location
- Water Body
- Tampa Bay - Bunces Pass
- Water Type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Hydrological Type
- Bay or Lagoon
- County
- Pinellas
- Street
- 3500 Pinellas Bayway South
- ZIP Code
- 33715
- Coordinates
- 27.63850, -82.71709
About This Data
- Managed by
- Pinellas County
- Source record date
- 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.
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