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