Frank Pate Park Boat Ramp

Port St. Joe & Cape San Blas · Gulf County zone

The pay station takes credit or debit cards only, and your pass must be displayed.

What's Here

Fee: $20 out-of-county daily pass from the pay station (credit or debit card only); free for City and Gulf County residents with the free annual pass; $100 out-of-county annual pass from City Hall
Parking: 15 trailer spaces, 23 car spaces
Hours: 24 Hours
Address: 100 Fifth Street (US 98 at US 71), Port St. Joe, FL 32456
Amenities: Fixed docks, restrooms (flush toilets), grills, lighting, picnic area, fishing pier, playground, covered pavilion

For pay station problems on weekdays, call 850-229-8261, option 1.
Expect crowds in scallop season; with only 15 trailer spaces for four lanes, arrive early.

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