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Hand Launch OnlyKayak Launch Dock$5 feeSalt or Brackish WaterAccessibility feature recorded
About This Ramp
Sanibel Bowman's Beach Kayak Launch is a hand launch only in Sanibel, Florida, providing access to Old Blind Pass (salt or brackish water). The ramp has a kayak launch dock surface. A launch fee is required ($5); fees are collected parking meter. The facility features a kayak launch dock and flush toilet restrooms (ADA accessible). Hours: Sunrise to Sunset.
Ramp Details
Ramp & Launch
- Access
- Government — Open to Public
- Ramp Type
- Hand Launch Only
- Surface
- Kayak Launch Dock
- Dock
- Kayak Launch Dock
- Hours
- Sunrise to Sunset
Parking & Facilities
- Vehicle Spaces
- 220
- Parking Surface
- Not Paved - Gravel/Limestone/Packed Soil
- Parking Condition
- Good
- Restroom
- Flush Toilet (source marks accessible)
- Accessibility
- Low Level of Accessibility
Fee Information
- Fee Required
- Yes
- Amount
- $5
- Collection
- Parking Meter
Water & Location
- Water Body
- Old Blind Pass
- Water Type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Hydrological Type
- Bay or Lagoon
- County
- Lee
- Street
- 1700 Bowman's Beach Road
- ZIP Code
- 33957
- Coordinates
- 26.46044, -82.15492
About This Data
- Managed by
- City of Sanibel
- Source record date
- 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.