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Little Manatee River State Park - River Steps Canoe Launch (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)

Little Manatee River · Wimauma, Hillsborough County

Little Manatee River State Park - River Steps Canoe Launch (TEMPORARILY CLOSED) is a kayak and canoe launch on Little Manatee River in Wimauma, Florida, with a $5 daily launch fee and 6 trailer parking spaces. It is managed by Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

Launch
Carry-in (kayak, canoe)
Surface
Canoe Shoreline Launch
Ramp condition
Good
Fees
Launch: $5 a day
Pay by
Attendant
Trailer parking
6 spaces
Car parking
15 spaces
Parking surface
Paved, Asphalt or Concrete
Restroom
Flush Toilet (accessible)
Accessibility
Moderate Level of Accessibility
Dock
No Dock
Hours
8 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year
Status
Temporarily Closed
Water
Fresh
Amenities
Grill,Picnic
Nearest town
3 mi from Sun City Center

Managed by Florida Department of Environmental Protection · Website

Notes: As of September 2021, River Steps is closed for construction of enhancements. An alternative is available. Call park for information. (813) 671-5005. As of September 2021, River Steps is closed for construction of enhancements. An alternative is available. Call park for information. (813) 671-5005.

Address: 215 Lightfoot Road WIMAUMA 33598

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Fish in Little Manatee River

Also recorded:

Florida state records for these fish
FishRecordYearCaught in
Longnose Gar41 lb1985Lake Panasoffkee

From official Florida record lists: source

Species recorded here since 1990 (GBIF). Check state regulations for seasons and limits.

Before you launch in Florida

Florida boating laws: education, age limits and life jackets

Links go to official Florida agency pages.

All 9 ramps on Little Manatee River · All ramps in Hillsborough County

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Page updated Oct 27, 2026. Ramp details from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.