26.0238500, -81.7341700

Rookery Bay Primitive Boat Launch (Shell Island) Boat Ramp

Free to launch Reported open Public access
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Rookery Bay Primitive Boat Launch (Shell Island) Boat Ramp is a public launch on Rookery Bay in Collier County, Florida .

The nearest community is Marco, about 3.6 miles away. The closest larger city is Bonita Springs, approximately 22.0 miles away. The site lies within the Rooker Bay watershed, as defined by the EPA.

Sourced from Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission . Last checked against the source on July 11, 2026. Listed on Boat Ramp US since July 21, 2026.

Boat ramps on Rookery Bay

Rookery Bay Primitive Boat Launch (Shell Island) Boat Ramp is currently the only public boat ramp we track on Rookery Bay . If you know of another public launch nearby, let us know.

Nearby boat ramps in Collier County

We currently track 21 public boat ramps in Collier County. The closest ramps are listed below, along with the waterbody each one provides access to.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, this is a free launch site.

We don't yet have a confirmed parking count for this location from the managing agency.

This ramp's access type isn't specifically flagged for hand-launched craft, but a trailer ramp can generally be used to launch a kayak or canoe by hand as well.

Rookery Bay Primitive Boat Launch (Shell Island) Boat Ramp provides access to Rookery Bay.

This listing is sourced from Florida FWC records.

This listing was last checked against the source on July 11, 2026.

Quick facts

County
Collier County, Florida
Nearby places
Marco (3.6 mi)
Naples Manor (4.5 mi)
Lely (5.3 mi)
Coordinates
26.0238500, -81.7341700 Gaia
Waterbody
Rookery Bay
Access type
Public
Hours
Daytime Use Only
Ramp surface
Dirt and clay

Current weather

84°F Clear

Wind ESE 8 mph

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026 at 1:35 PM

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