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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
Adventure Coast Boat Rentals
Eastpoint
Adventure Coast Boat Rentals offers pontoon and center console boat rentals for exploring Apalachicola Bay and the surrounding waters. Visitors can spend the day fishing, sightseeing, watching for dolphins or…
Pirates Cove Pontoon Rentals
Apalachicola, Carrabelle, Eastpoint, St. George Island
Whether you want to go shelling on Little St. George, cruising the Apalachicola River, or doing some fishing in the Bay...Pirates Cove Pontoon Rentals makes you the captain! Full day…
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…
Marinas
Pirates Cove Carrabelle
Carrabelle
Pirate’s Cove Carrabelle is a newly renovated fuel dock and small marina store on the western shore of the Carrabelle River just past the green 7. We are directly across…
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…
Battery Park Marina
Apalachicola
Located beneath the John Gorrie Memorial Bridge in Apalachicola, Battery Park Marina offers convenient boating access to the Apalachicola River and Apalachicola Bay. The waterfront facility features a six-lane public…
Carrabelle Marina
Carrabelle
Carrabelle Marina is a full-service boat storage and marina facility offering wet slips, enclosed and open dry storage, outdoor racks and convenient boat launching services. Dry storage includes boat launching,…
Apalachicola Boat Slips and Ramp
Apalachicola
Apalachicola Boat Slips and Ramp offers convenient waterfront access just a short walk from downtown Apalachicola. Boaters can take advantage of overnight and long-term slips, a boat ramp, power, pump-out…
C-Quarters Marina
Carrabelle
C-Quarters Marina is a full-service marina on the Carrabelle River serving boaters, anglers and visiting cruisers. The marina offers boat slips, diesel and non-ethanol fuel, pump-out service, fish cleaning facilities,…
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…
Lanark by the Sea Boat Club
Carrabelle
Part marina, part neighborhood gathering place, Lanark by the Sea Boat Club has deep roots in the Lanark Village community. The nonprofit club provides access to the waters of St.…
The Moorings
Carrabelle
Marina, hotel, condos, fuel, wet slips & dry storage. Ask about our RV sites coming Soon. In many years of operation, The Moorings of Carrabelle has established an unmatched reputation.…
Alligator Point Marina
Alligator Point
Alligator Point Marina serves boaters exploring the waters of eastern Franklin County. The marina offers wet slips, dry storage, floating docks, a ship store and other convenient amenities for a…
Carrabelle Boat Club
Carrabelle
Carrabelle Boat Club is a full-service marina and boat storage facility on the Carrabelle River, offering convenient access to inshore and offshore fishing in the Gulf. Boaters can choose from…
Dockside Marina
Carrabelle
For boaters who need more than dockage, Dockside Marina combines marina services with a working boatyard on Timber Island in Carrabelle. The facility offers wet slips and dry boat storage,…
Boat Ramps
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…
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…
4th Street Boat Ramp
Carrabelle
Located along Highway 98 in downtown Carrabelle, the 4th Street Boat Ramp offers convenient water access near Veterans Park and C-Quarters Marina. The site features a single paved boat ramp…
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…
Indian Creek Park
Eastpoint
Enjoy easy access to the water at Indian Creek Park, a waterfront park in Eastpoint along Indian Creek and East Bay. Two public boat ramps provide a convenient launch for…
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…
Seafood Landing Park
Apalachicola
Located just west of Apalachicola at the Franklin County Maritime Heritage Museum, this waterfront park offers public access to Apalachicola Bay. Amenities include a boat launch, kayak launch, scenic boardwalk,…
Abercrombie Boat Ramp
Apalachicola
Located at the end of Bluff Road in Apalachicola, the Abercrombie Public Boat Ramp provides access to the Apalachicola River for boating and fishing. Visitors can also enjoy fishing from…
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…
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…
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…