Marine Laboratory gives you public access to the water in Pine Island Center, FL. Closest alternative: Pine Island Commercial Marina in Pine Island Center (under 1 mile).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Pine Island Center, FL |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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Marine Laboratory is in Pine Island Center, Florida. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Marine Laboratory itself.
Our data does not say whether Marine Laboratory charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Most likely, if you launch from the side of Marine Laboratory and don't block the lane. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Kayak/Canoe Launch in Saint James City, about 4.5 miles away.
Pine Island Commercial Marina in Pine Island Center (under 1 mile), Kayak/Canoe Launch in Saint James City (4.5 miles) and Matlacha Park Boat Ramp in Cape Coral (4.6 miles).
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