Access Site
FL
Leslie Porter Wayside Park Public Boat Ramp
City: Lynn Haven, FL
County: Bay
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 30.25343435, -85.64607873
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Location
Interactive access map
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
ST Andrews Bay near Panama City, FL
7.3 mi away
Econfina Creek near Bennett, Fla.
10.5 mi away
Choctawhatchee River near Bruce, Fla.
20.3 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Leslie Porter Wayside Park offers public boat launch access to North Bay in Lynn Haven, Florida. Located in Bay County near the Panama City area, this ramp provides convenient access to North Bay's calm saltwater paddling and boating opportunities. The site is situated in Florida's Atlantic Coastal Plain, making it an accessible launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters exploring the bay system.
North Bay is a protected saltwater environment ideal for paddlers of varying skill levels, offering relatively sheltered conditions compared to open ocean waters. From this launch, boaters can access North Bay's network of waterways and connect to nearby areas including St. Andrew Bay and other local bays in the region. The ramp's public access designation makes it a valuable resource for the local paddling and boating community.
For current information about amenities, operating hours, parking availability, and any associated fees, contact Bay County Parks and Recreation or visit local boating resources for the Panama City area. It's recommended to check tide and weather conditions before launching, particularly when planning trips into adjacent saltwater systems.
North Bay is a protected saltwater environment ideal for paddlers of varying skill levels, offering relatively sheltered conditions compared to open ocean waters. From this launch, boaters can access North Bay's network of waterways and connect to nearby areas including St. Andrew Bay and other local bays in the region. The ramp's public access designation makes it a valuable resource for the local paddling and boating community.
For current information about amenities, operating hours, parking availability, and any associated fees, contact Bay County Parks and Recreation or visit local boating resources for the Panama City area. It's recommended to check tide and weather conditions before launching, particularly when planning trips into adjacent saltwater systems.