Warner's Bayou Boat Ramp to Close for Renovations

One of the county's most popular boat ramps will be closed for five months for extensive renovations and additions.

The Warner’s Bayou Boat Ramp, 5900 Riverview Blvd., will be closed beginning March 26 as crews repair the aging launch. The extensive renovations are expeted to greatly increase the life span and functionality of the Bayou's boat dock and launch area.

The boat ramp, floating dock and fixed docks will be replaced and upgraded. The northern dock will be extended to allow additional mooring. Plans include adding a new restroom and fish cleaning tables with running water. The parking lot will be resurfaced and additional parking spots will be added to the lot south of the parking ramp. Landscaping will be improved throughout the facility.

“Warner’s Bayou is a very popular boat launch, and we’d like boaters to know that the inconvenience of the closure is something that we are keenly aware of,” said Alan Lai Hipp, Manatee County Marine Resources Coordinator. “We hope local boaters will understand the need for these improvements and are patient as the renovations are performed.”

During the closure, boaters may use at 752 Manatee Ave. W., Holmes Beach or the ramp at 9000 Manatee Ave. W.