Access Site
FL
Shoreline Circle Public Boat Ramp
City: Panama City, FL
County: Bay
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 30.19875825, -85.70591904
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Location
Interactive access map
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
ST Andrews Bay near Panama City, FL
2.3 mi away
Econfina Creek near Bennett, Fla.
15.6 mi away
Choctawhatchee River near Bruce, Fla.
20.8 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** The Shoreline Circle boat ramp provides convenient public access to Pretty Bayou in Panama City, Florida. This concrete ramp connects paddlers and boaters to Pretty Bayou, which flows into North Bay and ultimately St. Andrew Bay. The facility is ideal for launching kayaks, canoes, and small to medium-sized boats heading into the local bay system.
**Facilities & Capacity:** This single-lane ramp includes a courtesy dock for easy loading and unloading. Parking is limited to approximately 6-8 boat trailers, so arriving early during peak times is recommended. The modest size makes this a good option for smaller groups or individual paddlers rather than busy weekends with multiple launches.
**Paddling Conditions:** Pretty Bayou and the surrounding North Bay system are relatively protected waters ideal for recreational paddling. The area is suitable for beginners to intermediate paddlers exploring calm bay waters, though conditions can vary with weather and tides. Paddlers should be prepared for saltwater/brackish conditions and monitor tide levels for optimal launch and landing opportunities.
**Facilities & Capacity:** This single-lane ramp includes a courtesy dock for easy loading and unloading. Parking is limited to approximately 6-8 boat trailers, so arriving early during peak times is recommended. The modest size makes this a good option for smaller groups or individual paddlers rather than busy weekends with multiple launches.
**Paddling Conditions:** Pretty Bayou and the surrounding North Bay system are relatively protected waters ideal for recreational paddling. The area is suitable for beginners to intermediate paddlers exploring calm bay waters, though conditions can vary with weather and tides. Paddlers should be prepared for saltwater/brackish conditions and monitor tide levels for optimal launch and landing opportunities.