27.4319094, -82.4811120

Jiggs Landing Boat Ramp

Free to launch Reported open Public access
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Jiggs Landing Boat Ramp is a public launch on Braden River - Ward Lake - Evers Reservoir in Manatee County, Florida .

The nearest community is Desoto Lakes, about 4.2 miles away. The closest larger city is Sarasota, approximately 7.3 miles away. The site lies within the Lower Braden River 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 20, 2026.

Boat ramps on Braden River - Ward Lake - Evers Reservoir

Jiggs Landing Boat Ramp is currently the only public boat ramp we track on Braden River - Ward Lake - Evers Reservoir . If you know of another public launch nearby, let us know.

Nearby boat ramps in Manatee County

We currently track 17 public boat ramps in Manatee 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.

Jiggs Landing Boat Ramp provides access to Braden River - Ward Lake - Evers Reservoir.

This listing is sourced from Florida FWC records - see the official page for the managing agency's own information.

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

Quick facts

County
Manatee County, Florida
Nearby places
Desoto Lakes (4.2 mi)
Samoset (4.5 mi)
North Sarasota (4.6 mi)
Coordinates
27.4319094, -82.4811120 Gaia
Waterbody
Braden River - Ward Lake - Evers Reservoir
Access type
Public
Ramp surface
Concrete

Current weather

90°F Clear

Wind SSW 10 mph

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026 at 2:36 PM

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