27.1264000, -82.4415100

Loreto Boat Ramp

Free to launch Reported open Public access
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Loreto Boat Ramp is a public launch on Dona Bay in Sarasota County, Florida .

The nearest community is Nokomis, about 0.5 miles away. The closest larger city is North Port, approximately 13.9 miles away. The site lies within the Venice Inlet Frontal 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 Dona Bay

Loreto Boat Ramp is currently the only public boat ramp we track on Dona Bay . If you know of another public launch nearby, let us know.

Nearby boat ramps in Sarasota County

We currently track 21 public boat ramps in Sarasota 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.

Loreto Boat Ramp provides access to Dona Bay.

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
Sarasota County, Florida
Nearby places
Nokomis (0.5 mi)
Laurel (1.7 mi)
Venice (2.0 mi)
Coordinates
27.1264000, -82.4415100 Gaia
Waterbody
Dona Bay
Access type
Public
Hours
6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Ramp surface
Concrete

Current weather

87°F Clear

Wind SSE 8 mph

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026 at 2:37 PM

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