A recognizable local landmark
John’s Pass is closely connected with the Madeira Beach waterfront and the area’s boating culture.

Destination guide
Add a lively Madeira Beach landmark to your boat-day ideas.
Blackline Marine Rentals
John’s Pass and John’s Pass Sandbar are familiar names for guests planning a Madeira Beach or Treasure Island boat day. The area’s waterfront scenery and active boating character make it appealing, while traffic, markers, weather, and rental boundaries make responsible planning essential.
Why it works
John’s Pass is closely connected with the Madeira Beach waterfront and the area’s boating culture.
The surrounding water offers views of boats, shoreline activity, and the Gulf Coast environment.
For an eligible route and suitable conditions, a sandbar-focused day can appeal to groups who want to relax together.
The boat
Every Blackline rental features our 2025 Bentley 243 Swingback Tritoon, picked up at Mariner’s Cove Marina in Gulfport.
Explore the boatPlan your day
John’s Pass is not a fixed or guaranteed itinerary. Plan with special attention to real-time boating traffic, navigation markers, weather, and your confirmed rental boundaries.
Stay aware of surrounding traffic and follow all markers, regulations, and safe boating practices.
Conditions can change, so a different coastal plan may be the responsible choice.
Boatsetter requirements and the confirmed rental agreement control the final plan.
Your day starts here
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