Coon Bottom Landing Public Boat Ramp
Public boat launch in Florida with 2 amenities including boat launch and public access.
Stand Alone Ramp5 lanesConcrete$25 feeSalt or Brackish Water
About This Ramp
Joe's Bayou Boat Launch is a stand alone ramp in Destin, Florida, providing access to Choctawhatchee Bay - Joe's Bayou (salt or brackish water). The ramp has 5 lanes with a concrete surface in good to excellent condition. A launch fee is required ($25); fees are collected drop box. The facility features a both launch and staging dock, flush toilet restrooms (ADA accessible) and trailer parking for 55 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
- Double Lanes
- 2
- Total Lanes
- 5
- Dock
- Both Launch and Staging Dock
- Hours
- 24 Hours
Parking & Facilities
- Trailer Spaces
- 55
- Accessible Trailer Spaces
- 2
- Parking Surface
- Paved - Asphalt or Concrete
- Parking Condition
- Good
- Restroom
- Flush Toilet (ADA accessible)
Fee Information
- Fee Required
- Yes
- Amount
- $25
- Collection
- Drop Box
Water & Location
- Water Body
- Choctawhatchee Bay - Joe's Bayou
- Water Type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Hydrological Type
- Bay or Lagoon
- County
- Okaloosa
- Street
- 800 Beach Drive
- ZIP Code
- 32541
- Coordinates
- 30.41051, -86.49119
Frequently Asked Questions — Okaloosa County
How many public boat ramps are in Okaloosa County?
There are 46 public boat ramps in Okaloosa County, Florida listed in our directory, offering access to 17 different water bodies.
Are there free boat ramps in Okaloosa County?
21 of the 42 ramps in Okaloosa 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 Okaloosa County?
19 boat ramps in Okaloosa 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 Okaloosa County?
Boat ramps in Okaloosa County provide access to both freshwater inland lakes and rivers, and saltwater or brackish coastal waterways. The county's 17 water bodies offer a variety of fishing, boating, and recreation opportunities.
What is the most common boat ramp surface in Okaloosa County?
Concrete is the most common ramp surface in Okaloosa County, found at 28 of the 46 boat ramps in our directory. Surface type affects traction and trailer loading — particularly important in wet or winter conditions.
About This Data
- Managed by
- City of Destin
- Contact
- (850) 650-1241
- 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.