Coon Bottom Landing Public Boat Ramp
Public boat launch in Florida with 2 amenities including boat launch and public access.
Stand Alone Ramp1 laneSand, Dirt, MudFreeSalt or Brackish Water
About This Ramp
Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge - Fish Bone Creek Primitive Boat Launch (Small Boats Only) is a stand alone ramp in Horseshoe Beach, Florida, providing access to Fishbone Creek - Horseshore Cove (salt or brackish water). The ramp has 1 lane with a sand, dirt, mud surface in good to excellent condition. Launch is free of charge. The facility features a no docks and trailer parking for 2 vehicles. Hours: Daytime Use Only.
Ramp Details
Ramp & Launch
- Access
- Government — Open to Public
- Ramp Type
- Stand Alone Ramp
- Surface
- Sand, Dirt, Mud
- Condition
- Good to Excellent
- Single Lanes
- 1
- Total Lanes
- 1
- Dock
- No Docks
- Hours
- Daytime Use Only
Parking & Facilities
- Trailer Spaces
- 2
- Vehicle Spaces
- 4
- Parking Surface
- Not Paved - Gravel/Limestone/Packed Soil
- Accessibility
- No Accommodations for Accessibility
Water & Location
- Water Body
- Fishbone Creek - Horseshore Cove
- Water Type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Hydrological Type
- Coastal Marsh
- County
- Dixie
- Street
- County Road 357
- ZIP Code
- 32648
- Coordinates
- 29.42825, -83.20716
Frequently Asked Questions — Dixie County
How many public boat ramps are in Dixie County?
There are 26 public boat ramps in Dixie County, Florida listed in our directory, offering access to 9 different water bodies.
Are there free boat ramps in Dixie County?
Yes — most ramps in Dixie County with known fee status (23 of 25) offer free public access. Fees can change seasonally, so confirm before visiting.
Are there ADA-accessible boat ramps in Dixie County?
7 boat ramps in Dixie 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 Dixie County?
Boat ramps in Dixie County provide access to both freshwater inland lakes and rivers, and saltwater or brackish coastal waterways. The county's 9 water bodies offer a variety of fishing, boating, and recreation opportunities.
What is the most common boat ramp surface in Dixie County?
Concrete is the most common ramp surface in Dixie County, found at 15 of the 26 boat ramps in our directory. Surface type affects traction and trailer loading — particularly important in wet or winter conditions.
About This Data
- Managed by
- United States Fish and Wildlife Service
- 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.