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
Rickey Avenue Public Boat Ramp (Limited Parking) is a stand alone ramp in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, providing access to Choctawhatchee Bay - Don's Bayou (salt or brackish water). The ramp has 1 lane with a concrete surface in needs repair condition. Launch is free of charge. The facility features a no docks and trailer parking for 2 vehicles. Hours: Sunrise to Sunset.
Ramp Details
Ramp & Launch
- Access
- Government — Open to Public
- Ramp Type
- Stand Alone Ramp
- Surface
- Concrete
- Condition
- Needs Repair
- Single Lanes
- 1
- Total Lanes
- 1
- Dock
- No Docks
- Hours
- Sunrise to Sunset
Parking & Facilities
- Trailer Spaces
- 2
- Parking Surface
- Not Paved - Gravel/Limestone/Packed Soil
- Parking Condition
- Good
- Accessibility
- No Accommodations for Accessibility
Water & Location
- Water Body
- Choctawhatchee Bay - Don's Bayou
- Water Type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Hydrological Type
- Bay or Lagoon
- County
- Okaloosa
- Street
- 165 Rickey Avenue
- ZIP Code
- 32547
- Coordinates
- 30.44847, -86.60110
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
- Okaloosa 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.