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Access Site FL

Millview/Heron Bayou Public Boat Ramp

Heron Bayou - Perdido Bay

Source: florida_fish_and_wildlife_conservation_commission Updated 1 year ago

City: Pensacola, FL
County: Escambia County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 30.40258000, -87.37461000
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About This Access Site
The Millview/Heron Bayou Public Boat Ramp provides direct access to Heron Bayou and Perdido Bay near Pensacola. This 40-acre facility features a two-lane boat ramp, 62 trailer parking spaces, and 22 standard parking spaces, making it well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and small to medium-sized boats. The ramp connects to a maintained dredged channel (2,260 feet long, 40 feet wide, and 5 feet deep) that leads directly to Perdido Bay's brackish waters.

**Important Note:** The ramp is accessed via Lillian Highway (U.S. 98) and Dog Track Road (County Road 298) near their intersection. Be aware of the low bridge clearance at Route 98—it's essential to navigate under this bridge to reach Perdido Bay, so plan your route accordingly if towing taller vessels. The brackish water environment supports diverse paddling opportunities, and nearby Gulf Islands National Seashore offers additional coastal exploration possibilities for those seeking extended trips.
Nearby Campgrounds (2 within 10 miles)
Fort Pickens Group Campground
On-site
FORT PICKENS CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
Gulf Islands National Seashore Located within