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Nick's Seafood Boat Ramp provides public access to Basin Bayou and Choctawhatchee Bay in Walton County. The ramp offers parking for 15+ vehicles and is typically free to use, though you should confirm current conditions and hours by contacting Nick's Seafood Restaurant at (850) 835-2222. This location serves as a gateway to both the calm bayou waters and the larger bay system, making it suitable for various paddling and boating activities.
**Important clearance consideration:** To access Basin Bayou from this ramp, boats must pass under Highway 20 bridge, which has variable vertical clearance ranging from 3 to 6 feet. Kayakers and canoeists should be aware of this restriction, especially if using boats with high-profile gear or standing. Once under the bridge, paddlers gain access to the protected bayou waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay system, which offers exploration opportunities in the Atlantic Coastal Plain ecosystem.