Riverside Park Public Boat Ramp - Palmetto (LIMITED PARKING) and Highland Shores Public Boat Ramp
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Riverside Park Public Boat Ramp - Palmetto (LIMITED PARKING) vs Highland Shores Public Boat Ramp

Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Manatee County, Florida.

These ramps are about 2.5 miles apart.

Riverside Park Public Boat Ramp - Palmetto (LIMITED PARKING)

PALMETTO

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Highland Shores Public Boat Ramp

ELLENTON

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Type
Stand Alone Ramp
Stand Alone Ramp
Hours
24 Hours
24 Hours
Fees
No
No
Launch Lanes
3
1
Water Type
Salt or Brackish Water
Salt or Brackish Water
Water Body
Manatee River
Manatee River
Trailer Parking
18 spaces
8 spaces
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
Yes
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Which ramp should you choose?

Both Riverside Park Public Boat Ramp - Palmetto (LIMITED PARKING) and Highland Shores Public Boat Ramp 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.