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Boating & Things to Do in South Bay

Discover 14 amazing destinations, from hidden anchorages to lively sandbars.

Best Time to Visit

Subtropical climate featuring mild, dry winters and warm, active summers perfect for sandbar rafting and reef snorkeling. Boaters generally favor the November to May window for the most stable cruising conditions.

Winter (Dec – Feb)
Air: 74°F – 78°FWater: 71°F – 73°F
Cool offshore breezes, excellent visibility for reef snorkeling.
Spring (Mar – May)
Air: 81°F – 85°FWater: 76°F – 78°F
Sandbar season begins, prime offshore sportfishing conditions.
Summer (Jun – Aug)
Air: 88°F – 92°FWater: 83°F – 86°F
Warm waters, afternoon thunder showers, lobster season opens in late July.
Autumn (Sep – Nov)
Air: 82°F – 86°FWater: 79°F – 82°F
Tropical season transitions to pleasant autumn cooling.

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Recommended Voyages & Itineraries

Curated Route4 Days

Biscayne Bay to Key Largo Cruise

Cruise south from Miami's high-energy sandbars through Biscayne National Park. Stop at Elliott Key, snorkel Carysfort Reef Lighthouse, and dock-and-dine in Key Largo.

Planned Stops
Miami→
Nixon Sandbar→
Elliott Key→
Carysfort Reef→
Key Largo
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14 Locations

All South Bay Destinations

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Rotenbeger WMA - Miami Canal Boat Ramp North of S-8

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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Everglades WMA - Levee 5 Airboat/Buggy Ramp at 14.5 Miles

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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A-1 FEB Small Game Hunting Area Ramps #01A & #01B

South Bay

FWC Hunting Regulations can be found at: https://ocean.floridamarine.org/HGMSearch/BrochureDetails.aspx?srctype=pfs&title=a-1%20feb%20impoundment%20psgha

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Holey Land WMA - Boat Ramp NW Corner (#3)

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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Rotenberger WMA Concrete Airboat Ramp - Miami Canal Road

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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Rotenberger WMA Primitive Airboat Ramp - Power Lines

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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South Bay Boat Ramp

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Palm Beach County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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Rotenberger WMA Primitive Airboat Ramp SE Corner (#5)

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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Everglades WMA - Miami Canal Boat Ramp South of S-8

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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A-1 FEB Small Game Hunting Area Ramp #03

South Bay

FWC Hunting Regulations can be found at: https://ocean.floridamarine.org/HGMSearch/BrochureDetails.aspx?srctype=pfs&title=a-1%20feb%20impoundment%20psgha

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A-1 FEB Small Game Hunting Area Ramp #02

South Bay

FWC Hunting Regulations can be found at: https://ocean.floridamarine.org/HGMSearch/BrochureDetails.aspx?srctype=pfs&title=a-1%20feb%20impoundment%20psgha

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Rotenberger WMA Primitive Airboat Ramp NE Corner (#6)

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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Harold A. Campbell Public Use Area

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by South Florida Water Management District. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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Everglades WMA - Highway 27 (Mile 47.3) - Johnnie's Bass Hole

South Bay

Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.

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