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
Located on Highway 98 in Eastpoint, Wefings Marina does more than boat sales and boat repairs, they have a number of boats available for rent for a day up to 10 days. Contact the friendly staff at Wefings and reserve a boat for you and your family and friends today.
The Jetski Hut
St. George Island
You can have a blast on a jet ski right on the beach next to the Blue Parrot. The jet ski rental hours of operation are daily from about 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM during the season, which runs from early March through early October. Contact SGI Rentals for more information. See you on the…
Adventure Coast Boat Rentals
Eastpoint
If you’re coming to St. George Island or the surrounding areas and don’t have a boat to enjoy the water fishing, watching the dolphins, or just relaxing and looking at the scenery, don’t worry, Adventure Coast Boat Rentals has you covered. Call Bruce at 850-899-3020 or 850-670-8876.
Gunner Pontoon Rentals
Carrabelle
Located on Avenue A in Carrabelle, Gunner Pontoon Rentals has pontoon boats, paddleboards, and bay boats for rent. Their boats are high quality, clean, and affordable. You won't regret renting a boat for a day, a week, or longer!
Marinas
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 Marina Inc.
Apalachicola
Accommodates large vessels. Serving commercial fishing boats and recreational boaters.
Alligator Point Marina
Alligator Point
Just off Highway 98 on County Road 370, 14.62 miles southwest of Panacea, Florida, and 25.03 miles east of Carrabelle, Florida is the Alligator Point Marina. The marina offers dry storage, wet slips with floating docks, ships store, tiki nut, and more.
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. Located on Timber Island in Carrabelle, Florida.
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, a private laundry facility, and a two-minute walk to downtown Apalachicola restaurants and shops.
The Moorings
Carrabelle
Guests with pets are welcome at Moorings Carrabelle with a small deposit. The Moorings offers hotel rooms, with marina views, and condo units, with full-size kitchens. Both hotel rooms and condo units come with a complimentary boat slip (under 26' with no shore power). There is 24-hour security, pump out and oil dump stations, free…
Water Street Hotel & Marina
Apalachicola
Located only four blocks from the center of Apalachicola, the Water Street Hotel and Marina is a unique 30 suite hotel and 20 slip marina in an Old Florida setting with today's modern conveniences. All rooms offer Bay views, private screened verandas, two bathrooms, spacious living and dining areas, flat-screen TVs, high-speed internet, in-room safes,…
C-Quarters Marina
Carrabelle
Located in the heart of Carrabelle on Highway 98, C-Quarters Marina is a great place to buy your bait, ice, and drinks before going out on the water. They are open Monday through Wednesday from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm and Thursday through Sunday from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Boat Ramps
Timber Island Boat Ramp
Carrabelle
Timber Island Ramp is located at the end of Timber Island Road in Carrabelle, FL. Just turn off Hwy 98 at the Carrabelle Boat Club. Limited parking and a small fee may be charged. This is a single-wide paved ramp for both small vessel vehicle or hand-launch with an approach depth of approximately 10 ft,…
Indian Creek Park
Eastpoint
Indian Creek Park & Public Boat Ramp is 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, and there is a playground and two public boat ramps.
Scipio Creek Boat Basin
Apalachicola
Located at the north end of Market Street in downtown Apalachicola, the Scipio Creek River Basin is currently a commercial fishing marina and park. The boat ramp is open to the public.
4th Street Boat Ramp
Carrabelle
Located on Hwy 98 at the corner of 4th St W (in the center of town across from Veteran’s Park and next to C-Quarters Marina). There is a small area for parking for trucks with boat trailers. A fee may be charged. This is a single-wide paved ramp.
Abercrombie Boat Ramp
Apalachicola
Located in Apalachicola at the end of Bluff Road on the Apalachicola River, the Abercrombie Public Boat Ramp is a great place to launch your boat, fish from the dock, or picnic in the pavilion.
Ochlocknee Bay Boat Ramp
Alligator Point
Located at the southwest end of the Ochlockonee Bay Bridge. Due to tidal fluctuations and shallowness of the water, this ramp is recommended for kayaks and small boats, not big boats. There are no bathroom facilities here but there is a porta potty. There are also a few picnic tables.
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, Battery Park is not only a greatly frequented boat ramp but also the site of the annual Florida Seafood Festival. The locals call the boat ramp "10-Foot Hole." Funds raised by the Florida Seafood Festival paid for the extensive boat docks in the adjoining…
Patton Drive Public Boat Ramp
Eastpoint
Located at 340 Patton Drive in Eastpoint, Florida, the Patton Drive Public Boat Ramp offers easy access to the Apalachicola Bay. This location provides plenty of parking and a picnic pavilion.
Seafood Landing Park
Apalachicola
Franklin County Seafood Landing Park and public boat ramp are located near the westerly entrance into Apalachicola on US Highway 98. This park features covered platforms with picnic tables and grills, two bird and nature observation dock, a kayak launch, and a boat launch. The park is closed at sunset daily.
Marine Street Boat Ramp
Carrabelle
The Marine Street Boat Ramp is located in Carrabelle just off of Highway 98 on Marine Street. There is plenty of parking for trucks with boat trailers, a fish cleaning station, and several restaurants nearby.