PUBLIC BOAT RAMPS IN ISLAMORADA CLOSED FOR BUSY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

a view of the ocean from a house
The East Ridge boat ramp. DAVID GROSS/Keys Weekly File Photo

The public boat ramps at East Ridge Road and Blackwood Drive will be closed to boat launching Friday, May 29 at 9 a.m. through Tuesday, May 30 at 9 a.m. 

The barriers in place allow for access for kayaks and paddleboards. The village council agreed on the closure to minimize negative impacts on village residents during the crowded holiday weekend.

The boat ramp at the Plantation Yacht Harbor Marina at Founders Park will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. throughout the holiday weekend. Non-resident fees are $20 each way ($40 round trip.) When the trailer parking lot is full, restrictions will apply.

Visitors are also encouraged to support the local economy by using private marina facilities.