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
John B Meyer Harbor House is a stand alone ramp in Apalachicola, Florida, providing access to Apalachicola River (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 staging dock, portable toilet restrooms and trailer parking for 12 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
- Staging Dock
- Hours
- 24 Hours
Parking & Facilities
- Trailer Spaces
- 12
- Parking Surface
- Not Paved - Gravel/Limestone/Packed Soil
- Parking Condition
- Good
- Restroom
- Portable Toilet
Water & Location
- Water Body
- Apalachicola River
- Water Type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Hydrological Type
- Bay or Lagoon
- County
- Franklin
- Street
- 479 Market St
- ZIP Code
- 32320
- Coordinates
- 29.73423, -84.99406
Frequently Asked Questions — Franklin County
How many public boat ramps are in Franklin County?
There are 65 public boat ramps in Franklin County, Florida listed in our directory, offering access to 20 different water bodies.
Are there free boat ramps in Franklin County?
Yes — most ramps in Franklin County with known fee status (25 of 33) offer free public access. Fees can change seasonally, so confirm before visiting.
Are there ADA-accessible boat ramps in Franklin County?
7 boat ramps in Franklin 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 Franklin County?
Boat ramps in Franklin 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 Franklin County?
Sand is the most common ramp surface in Franklin County, found at 26 of the 65 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 Apalachicola
- Last verified
- May 16, 2026
- 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.