Wildcat Creek boat launch
Wildcat Creek
Based on the latest information available, the Wildcat Creek boat ramp is a concrete ramp with a single lane. It is approximately 20 feet wide and has a gentle slope, making it easy to launch and retrieve boats from the water. There is also a small dock available for boaters to use.
The body of water that the Wildcat Creek boat ramp services is the Tampa Bay, a large estuary located on the west coast of Florida. This body of water is known for its diverse marine life and numerous recreational activities, including boating, fishing, and kayaking.
As for the kind of craft that are permitted on the water, the Tampa Bay is open to a wide range of vessels, including powerboats, sailboats, kayaks, and canoes. However, it is important to note that all boats using the ramp must be properly registered and equipped with the required safety equipment.
In conclusion, the Wildcat Creek boat ramp in Florida is a public ramp that provides access to the Tampa Bay. It is a concrete ramp with a single lane and is approximately 20 feet wide. The ramp is open to a wide range of vessels, including powerboats, sailboats, kayaks, and canoes, provided they are properly registered and equipped with the required safety equipment.
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 Wildcat Creek -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Manatee River Near Wimauma Fl | 12 cfs | → |
| Gamble Creek At County Road 675 Near Parrish Fl | 0 cfs | → |
| Frog Creek At Buffalo Road Near Rubonia Fl | 5 cfs | → |
| Frog Creek Near Rubonia Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| South Fork Little Manatee River Near Wimauma Fl | 4 cfs | → |
| Gamble Creek Near Parrish Fl | 13 cfs | → |
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
- County Road 780 Bridge To State Road 72 Bridge
- Begins Downstream Of The State Road 72 Bridge To The Southern Boundary Of Myakka River State Park
- The Southern Boundary Of The Myakka River State Park To Ends Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins
- Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins To The Vicinity Of Snook Haven Fish Camp At Approximately River Mile 18
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 Wildcat Creek as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wildcat Creek
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 Wildcat Creek.