Bay Area Playground — Explore Tampa Bay's diverse waterways, from downtown channels to open bay waters, with the Sunshine Skyway Bridge as your backdrop.

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Florida law is clear: if you were born on or after January 1, 1988, you must have a Boating Safety Education ID Card to operate any vessel with 10 horsepower or more.

Tampa Bay's vast riding area
Hillsborough River downtown route
Views of Sunshine Skyway Bridge
Multiple launch locations
Massive bay with endless routes
Protected waters near downtown
Upscale area with yacht basin
Popular launch spot

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