25.1243100, -80.4071000

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Boat Ramp

Fee required Reported open Public access
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John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Boat Ramp is a public launch on Largo Sound in Monroe County, Florida. The site lies within the Upper Florida Keys watershed, as defined by the EPA.

Before you go, it's worth double-checking a few things that can change independently of this listing: current water levels, any temporary closures, the exact launch fee, and parking availability if you're arriving with a trailer.

Current weather

86°F Clear

Wind ESE 7 mph

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026 at 1:53 PM

Sourced from Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission . Last checked against the source on July 11, 2026. Listed on Boat Ramp US since July 13, 2026.

Boat ramps on Largo Sound

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Boat Ramp is the only public boat ramp we have on record for Largo Sound. Smaller creeks and coves sometimes have unofficial or private access points we haven't verified yet - if you know of one nearby, help us add it.

Other boat ramps in Monroe County

Monroe County tracks 53 public boat ramps in total, spread across several different rivers, creeks and lakes - not just Largo Sound. Each one below shows which waterbody it's on, so you can tell at a glance whether it actually connects to the same water as John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Boat Ramp or leads somewhere completely different.

Frequently asked questions

No, a launch fee applies here - check the official page for current pricing, since fees can change.

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.

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Boat Ramp provides access to Largo Sound.

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
Monroe County, Florida
Coordinates
25.1243100, -80.4071000 Gaia
Waterbody
Largo Sound
Access type
Public
Hours
8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year
Ramp surface
Concrete
Last verified
July 11, 2026

Amenities

Grill Picnic
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