Ken Thompson Park Kayak Beach
Ken Thompson Park Kayak Beach is a hand launch only in Sarasota, Florida, providing access to Sarasota Bay (salt or brackish water).
Stand Alone Ramp6 lanesConcreteNo launch fee recordedSalt or Brackish WaterAccessibility feature recorded
About This Ramp
Sarasota Centennial Park is a stand alone ramp in Sarasota, Florida, providing access to Sarasota Bay (salt or brackish water). The ramp has 6 lanes with a concrete surface in good condition. Launch is free of charge. The facility features a fixed launch and staging docks, flush toilet restrooms (ADA accessible) and trailer parking for 77 vehicles. Hours: 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Ramp Details
Ramp & Launch
- Access
- Government — Open to Public
- Ramp Type
- Stand Alone Ramp
- Surface
- Concrete
- Condition
- Good
- Double Lanes
- 3
- Total Lanes
- 6
- Dock
- Fixed Launch and Staging Docks
- Hours
- 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Parking & Facilities
- Trailer Spaces
- 77
- Vehicle Spaces
- 11
- Parking Surface
- Paved - Asphalt or Concrete
- Parking Condition
- Good
- Restroom
- Flush Toilet (source marks accessible)
- Accessibility
- Low Level of Accessibility
Water & Location
- Water Body
- Sarasota Bay
- Water Type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Hydrological Type
- Bay or Lagoon
- County
- Sarasota
- Street
- 1059 North Tamiami Trail
- ZIP Code
- 34236
- Coordinates
- 27.34610, -82.54847
About This Data
- Managed by
- City of Sarasota
- Contact
- NA
- Source record date
- 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.
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