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Fort Zachary Taylor Paddle Craft Beach vs Simonton Street Beach Public Boat Ramp
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Monroe County, Florida.
These ramps are about 1.2 miles apart.
Fort Zachary Taylor Paddle Craft Beach
KEY WEST
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Simonton Street Beach Public Boat Ramp
KEY WEST
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Type
Hand Launch Only
Stand Alone Ramp
Hours
8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year
7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Fees
Yes
No
Launch Lanes
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1
Water Type
Salt or Brackish Water
Salt or Brackish Water
Water Body
Atlantic Ocean
Key West Harbor
Trailer Parking
—
—
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
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Yes
Which ramp should you choose?
Both Fort Zachary Taylor Paddle Craft Beach and Simonton Street Beach Public Boat Ramp provide public access in Monroe 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.