Tamiami Trail Venice boat launch
Tamiami Trail Venice
The boat ramp services the Intracoastal Waterway, which is a popular waterway that runs along the Gulf of Mexico. The Intracoastal Waterway stretches for miles and offers access to many boating destinations, including marinas, beaches, and restaurants.
The boat ramp is suitable for a variety of watercraft, including kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, motorboats, and sailboats. However, it is important to note that boats with a draft of more than 3 feet may have difficulty accessing the ramp during low tide.
According to the latest information available, Tamiami Trail Venice Boat Ramp is open 24 hours a day and is free to use. It is also equipped with parking, restrooms, and a fishing pier, making it a convenient and enjoyable location for boaters and anglers alike.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Tamiami Trail Venice -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cocoplum Waterway At North Port Fl | 49 cfs | → |
| Big Slough At West Price Blvd Near North Port Fl | 3 cfs | → |
| Big Slough At Tropicaire Blvd Near North Port Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| Myakka River At Control Near Laurel Fl | 22 cfs | → |
| Myakka River Near Sarasota Fl | 16 cfs | → |
| Big Slough Canal Near Myakka City Fl | · | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
- A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing To The Sarasota/Charlotte County Line
- Approximately River Mile 18 To A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing
- Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins To The Vicinity Of Snook Haven Fish Camp At Approximately River Mile 18
- A Point Approximately 1/2 Mile South Of Sr 771 At El Jobean To The River's Mouth In The Vicinity Of Hog Island
- The Southern Boundary Of The Myakka River State Park To Ends Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins
- Begins Downstream Of The State Road 72 Bridge To The Southern Boundary Of Myakka River State Park
Nearby fishing
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tamiami Trail Venice as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tamiami Trail Venice
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Tamiami Trail Venice.