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Boat Ramps on Blackwater River

Blackwater River has 15 public boat ramps across 2 counties in Florida. 14 are free to use and 1 charge a launch fee. 9 have concrete ramps. 4 are ADA accessible. 13 have parking available.

15
Ramps
14
Free
4
ADA
13
Parking
2
Counties
Blackwater River, Florida
Photo: MAIRETH COTTE via Google Maps

Weather Conditions

About Blackwater River

Blackwater River is a river in Florida with 15 public boat ramps spread across 2 counties — Okaloosa, Santa Rosa. 14 ramps offer free public access, while 1 charge a launch fee. Ramp surfaces include 9 paved concrete ramps suitable for larger motorized vessels, 1 gravel ramp. 4 ramps are ADA accessible, and 13 have designated parking (8 with trailer parking). Ramps are managed by City of Milton, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and others.

Ramp Locations · 15 on Blackwater River

Concrete Free ♿ ADA
motorboat

Blackwater River - Wilderness Landing Park

BAKER, OKALOOSA Co., FL

1 lane 🅿 7 spaces Trailers OK

Florida FWC

Concrete Free ♿ ADA
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Carpenter's Park North Boat Launch

MILTON, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

1 lane 🅿 21 spaces Trailers OK

Florida FWC

Concrete Free ♿ ADA
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Carpenter's Park South Boat Launch

MILTON, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

2 lanes 🅿 40 spaces Trailers OK

Florida FWC

Gravel Free
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Bagdad Mill Site Park Kayak Launch

MILTON, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

🅿 6 spaces

Florida FWC

Concrete Free
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Bagdad Public Boat Ramp (No Parking)

MILTON, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

1 lane

Florida FWC

Sand Free ♿ ADA
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Blackwater River - Cotton Bridge Park Canoe Launch

BAKER, OKALOOSA Co., FL

🅿 15 spaces

Florida FWC

Concrete Free
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Blackwater River State Forest - Bryant Bridge Small Boat Launch

HOLT, OKALOOSA Co., FL

1 lane 🅿 5 spaces Trailers OK

Florida FWC

Concrete Free
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Blackwater River State Forest- Deaton Bridge Public Boat Ramp (Small Boats)

HOLT, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

1 lane 🅿 4 spaces Trailers OK

Florida FWC

Sand $NaN
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Blackwater River State Park - Deaton Bridge Canoe Take-Out

HOLT, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

🅿 8 spaces

Florida FWC

Concrete Free
motorboat

Morrell Public Boat Ramp

MILTON, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

1 lane

Florida FWC

Concrete Free
motorboat

Oyster Pile Public Boat Ramp

MILTON, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

2 lanes 🅿 10 spaces Trailers OK

Florida FWC

Concrete Free
motorboat

Russell Harber Landing Park (Milton) - Boat Ramp

MILTON, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

2 lanes 🅿 18 spaces Trailers OK

Florida FWC

Sand Free
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Blackwater River State Forest - Charles Booker Road Primitive Paddlecraft Access

BAKER, OKALOOSA Co., FL

🅿 2 spaces

Florida FWC

Sand Free
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Blackwater River State Forest - Kennedy Bridge Canoe Launch

BAKER, OKALOOSA Co., FL

🅿 6 spaces Trailers OK

Florida FWC

Free
motorboat

Russell Harber Landing Park (Milton) - Old River Canoe Trail

MILTON, SANTA ROSA Co., FL

🅿 20 spaces

Florida FWC

Planning Your Visit

Based on the ramp facilities available, Blackwater River is well-suited for motorboat. Some ramps charge launch fees — check individual ramp pages for current pricing. Nearby cities include Baker, Holt, Milton.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boat ramps are on Blackwater River?
Blackwater River has 15 public boat ramps across 2 counties.
Are there free boat ramps on Blackwater River?
Yes, 14 of the 15 ramps on Blackwater River are free to use.
Are there ADA accessible boat ramps on Blackwater River?
Yes, 4 ramps on Blackwater River are ADA accessible.

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