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Fort Hamer Public Boat Ramp vs Ray's Canoe Hideaway on the Manatee River (Small Boats/Canoes/Kayaks)
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Manatee County, Florida.
These ramps are about 2.7 miles apart.
Fort Hamer Public Boat Ramp
PARRISH
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Ray's Canoe Hideaway on the Manatee River (Small Boats/Canoes/Kayaks)
BRADENTON
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Type
Stand Alone Ramp
Stand Alone Ramp
Hours
24 Hours
Dawn to Dusk, Closed Wednesdays and inclement weather.
Fees
No
Yes
Launch Lanes
1
1
Water Type
Salt or Brackish Water
Freshwater
Water Body
Manatee River
Manatee River
Trailer Parking
8 spaces
12 spaces
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
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Which ramp should you choose?
Both Fort Hamer Public Boat Ramp and Ray's Canoe Hideaway on the Manatee River (Small Boats/Canoes/Kayaks) provide public access in Manatee County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.