This boat ramp at Johnson Beach in Gulf Islands National Seashore is ideal for launching canoes, kayaks, and other hand-paddled watercraft directly into Big Lagoon, with hard-packed sand access and shallow water depths.

The ramp can accommodate very small fishing boats, though trailer parking is extremely limited and launching trailer boats is difficult or impossible during low tides.

Located at the end of a side road near Johnson Beach facilities, this is a convenient alternative to carrying equipment across the dunes from main park road beach access points.