Boating on the Forgotten Coast
Franklin County is a boater’s heaven with hundreds of miles of freshwater creeks, sloughs and rivers that empty into nutrient-rich bays and out to the Gulf of Mexico.
Getting out on the water is the easy part here – Franklin County, Florida features more than 40 boat ramps and primitive paddling launches stretching from Alligator Point to Apalachicola. Bring your boat and tie up at one of the area’s 10 commercial marinas. Some can even accommodate you and your boat.
No boat? No problem! You can rent a boat from boat rental operations or charter a trip from one of the many experienced guides in the area.
Boat Rental Companies
Apalachicola Boat Rentals
Eastpoint
Enjoy the freedom of boating on the beautiful waters of Apalachicola Bay, the Apalachicola River System and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway on one of our nicely equipped rental boats without having to trailer your boat here for your visit. Explore the peaceful, pristine waters of the Florida Panhandle at your own pace and on your…
Gunner Pontoon Rentals
Carrabelle
Boat, stand up paddleboards (SUPs), kayak and pontoon boat rentals. Bicycle rentals.
Marinas
Dockside Marina
Carrabelle
Full service marina with 60 ton travel lift, wet slips, dry storage, ship store, working yard, and mechanics on duty. Cat authorized dealer.
Apalachicola Marina Inc.
Apalachicola
Accommodates large vessels. Serving commercial fishing boats and recreational boaters.
Alligator Point Marina
Alligator Point
Dry storage, wet slips with floating docks, ships store, tiki nut, and more.
Carrabelle Boat Club
Carrabelle
Set in one of the most scenic and protected areas of Florida’s coast, Carrabelle Boat Club is an intimate haven for newcomers and natives alike. Delight in secluded beauty while boating, fishing, or relaxing within authentic, unspoiled coastal Florida.
Scipio Creek Marina
Apalachicola
Scipio Creek Marina is Apalachicola’s largest marina facility. Dry boat storage, Pure gas and diesel, pump-out station, ship store, jet ski storage, lighted wet slips, shore power available, shower facilities and within walking distance to shops, restaurants and accommodations. We are a Suzuki dealer offering sales, service and repairs.
Apalachicola Boat Slips and Ramp
Apalachicola
Providing long-term and overnight guests with the perfect location and amenities. Accommodates vessels up to 40 feet in beam. Each slip offer power, a pump out station, clean restrooms with showers, private laundry facility and within a two minute walk to downtown restaurants and shops.
Water Street Hotel & Marina
Apalachicola
A unique 30 suite hotel and 20 slip marina in an Old Florida setting with today's modern conveniences. Only four blocks from the center of Apalachicola. All rooms offer Bay views, private screened verandas, two bathrooms, spacious living and dining areas, flat screen TVs, high speed internet, in-room safes, washer/dryer, fully equipped kitchen, lush furnishings,…
Boat Ramps
Indian Creek Park
Eastpoint
Located on a five-acre park on Indian Creek that leads to Apalachicola Bay East. There is ample parking space available at the old “ferry dock landing” site.
St. George Island Boat Ramp
St. George Island
The St. George Island boat ramp is located on the northeast side of the St. George Island fishing bridge. This newly constructed concrete ramp has become very popular and can accommodate various size boats. It offers parking for 13 cars and 14 boat/trailer combos.
Battery Park
Apalachicola
Located beneath the John Gorrie Bridge at the entrance to Apalachicola, is the site of the annual Florida Seafood Festival. Funds raised by the Festival has paid for the extensive boat docks in the adjoining City Marina area. This park features a community center, boat launch ramps, fishing piers and children's play equipment.
Timber Island Boat Ramp
Carrabelle
Highway 98 at Timber Island Road, drive to end of Timber Island Road, Carrabelle
Scipio Creek Boat Basin
Apalachicola
Located at the north end of Market Street in downtown Apalachicola. Locally known as the Mill Pond, it is the site of a former saw mill where lumber was floated from upriver and milled. It is currently a commercial fishing marina and park.
Seafood Landing Park
Apalachicola
Franklin County Seafood Landing Park and public boat ramp is located near the westerly entrance into Apalachicola on US Highway 98. This park features covered platforms with picnic tables and grills and a nature observation dock.