Bruce / Ebro Landing Public Boat Ramp

Bruce / Ebro Landing is a public boat access point on the Choctawhatchee River near Ponce de Leon in Walton County. The ramp is situated in a park setting on a bluff overlooking the river, featuring a single-lane concrete ramp. Water levels can affect usability, as the ramp becomes very shallow during low water conditions—plan your visit accordingly if launching smaller kayaks or canoes.

The Choctawhatchee River is a major waterway—a 143-mile river with a drainage area of 4,527 square miles and an average flow of over 7,700 cubic feet per second. The river has a gentle 1.1 ft/mile gradient with average current speeds around 2.8 feet per second, making it suitable for paddlers of various skill levels depending on water conditions. From this landing, paddlers can explore upstream into the river valley or downstream toward Choctawhatchee Bay, approximately 143 miles from the mouth. The park setting provides basic amenities, making it a practical access point for day trips and longer paddling adventures on this significant Gulf Coast river system.