Among Hillsborough County's saltwater launches, Salty Sol Fleishman - Gandy Boulvard Public Boat Ramp stands out for its convenient location on Tampa Bay - Old Tampa Bay - Eastern Shore. Regulars appreciate how quickly it drops you into the fishable stretches nearby. With 6 launch lanes, it can handle a busy weekend crowd without the usual bottleneck. As of the last FWC inventory update, a launch fee applies here.
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At a glance
- County
- Hillsborough
- City
- Tampa
- Waterbody
- Tampa Bay - Old Tampa Bay - Eastern Shore
- Water type
- Salt or Brackish Water
- Ramp type
- Stand Alone Ramp
- Launch lanes
- 6
- Ramp surface
- Concrete
- Dock
- Floating Launch Docks
- Parking surface
- Paved - Asphalt or Concrete
- Trailer parking
- 90
- Restroom
- Flush Toilet
- Fee required
- Yes
- Managed by
- Hillsborough County
- Status
- Open for Business
- Hours
- 24/7
Address: 5108 Gandy Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 33611 · Coordinates: 27.892426, -82.533028
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Where it is
Live NEXRAD radar from Iowa State Mesonet — past ~65 minutes animated. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Ramp location from the FWC boat ramp inventory. Not for navigation.
On-water restrictions nearby
- manatee protection Hillsborough (within 155 m)
Restriction zones: For general awareness only — not for navigation or legal determination. Florida Administrative Code and posted on-water signs prevail. Other local, state, or federal restricted zones may exist that are not shown here. Source: FWC manatee protection & boating-safety GIS layers. Zone data as of .
What to know before you launch
- Rinse your trailer and engine with fresh water after launching in salt — corrosion is the enemy on Florida's coast.
- Even with multiple lanes, prep in the staging area first so you're not tying up a lane while loading gear.
- Always check current tides, wind, and marine forecasts before you launch — Florida afternoons can turn stormy fast.
Tides at the nearest station
The closest NOAA tide station is Old Port Tampa, about 3 miles away. Here are today's predicted highs and lows (referenced to MLLW):
Boater discussion
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