Best Places to Kayak Near Alachua, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Alachua, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Alachua
High Springs Boat Launch
Florida · 8.7 mi
Worthington Springs Seay Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 9.2 mi
Santa Fe River Rise State Park
Florida · 9.6 mi
O'Leno State Park Canoe Launch
Florida · 10.1 mi
Bible Camp Road Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 10.1 mi
Poe Springs Park
Florida · 10.6 mi
Rum Island
Florida · 12.1 mi
Santa Fe River Park
Florida · 16.2 mi
Hollingsworth Bluff Boat Ramp
Florida · 16.6 mi
Lakeside Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.0 mi
Palm Point Park Kayak Access (Limited Parking)
Florida · 18.2 mi
108th Place Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.3 mi
Watermelon Pond (Water Level Can Often Be Too Low For Boating)
Florida · 18.3 mi
Earl P. Powers Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.4 mi
Waldo Canal Park
Florida · 19.2 mi
Ira Bea Oasis (Tudeen) Boat Ramp
Florida · 19.3 mi
Hampton Lake County Boat Ramp
Florida · 19.6 mi
Dampier's Landing
Florida · 19.8 mi
Lake Sampson Cypress Run Boat Ramp
Florida · 20.2 mi
Owen-Illinois Park at Windsor
Florida · 20.2 mi
Lake Sampson East County Boat Ramp
Florida · 20.4 mi
Prairie Creek - Camps Canal Take Out Point (Potano Paddling Trail)
Florida · 20.6 mi
Lake Alto Park
Florida · 20.7 mi
Ichetucknee Head Spring
Florida · 21.3 mi
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
Florida · 21.5 mi
Lake Crosby Public Access (65th Avenue)
Florida · 22.3 mi
Palestine Lake Primitive Boat Ramp
Florida · 22.7 mi
William Guy Lemon Park
Florida · 24.1 mi
Suwannee River at 90th Street Primitive Boat Ramp
Florida · 24.2 mi
Ellie Ray's River Landing
Florida · 24.2 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Alachua, FL?
Top picks near Alachua include Dampier's Landing, Ichetucknee Head Spring, Waldo Canal Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.
What types of paddling can I do near Alachua?
Near Alachua you'll find opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Most locations offer beginner-friendly conditions with public boat ramp access.
Are there free kayak launches near Alachua?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Alachua are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.