City of Sanibel Boat Ramp
Sanibel Island · Lee County, Florida
Aerial view — parking & launch
Where it is
Sanibel Island, Lee County, FL
26.47110, -82.00830
Parking & access
Public double-lane ramp with kayak launch east of the Causeway; courtesy dock, paid parking, restrooms, 24 hrs
About this spot
Official starting point for the Great Calusa Blueway with access to San Carlos Bay and Pine Island Sound.
Know before you go
- • heavy powerboat traffic
- • open San Carlos Bay chop and wind
- • boat-wake exposure
Rentals, tours & lessons near here
Estero River Outfitters
SWFL's longtime paddle shop (since 1977): kayak/canoe/SUP rentals from the Estero River, tours, lessons, and a full store.
Gulf Coast Kayak
Since 1992: guided kayak/SUP eco-tours, lessons, fishing trips, and rentals through the Matlacha & Pine Island mangroves.
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