Best Places to Kayak Near Cedar Key, FL

30 public launch points within 50 miles of Cedar Key, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

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Cedar Key Bridge Number 4 Boat Ramp & Fishing Pier

Florida · 0.8 mi

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Cedar Key Marina Gulf Side Boat Ramp

Florida · 2.5 mi

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Cedar Key Marina Basin Side Boat Ramp

Florida · 2.5 mi

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Shell Mound County Park and Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 3.9 mi

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Shell Mound Primitive Boat Launch

Florida · 4.0 mi

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Munden Creek Primitive Ramp

Florida · 12.9 mi

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Suwannee Boat Ramp

Florida · 13.1 mi

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Suwannee Marina Inc.

Florida · 13.1 mi

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Miller's Marina of Suwannee

Florida · 13.2 mi

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Demory Creek Public Boat Ramp (Anderson Landing)

Florida · 13.4 mi

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Waccasassa Park Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 15.6 mi

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Fowler's Bluff Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 15.6 mi

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Allen Park Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 19.1 mi

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County Road 40 Public Ramp

Florida · 19.4 mi

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Shired Island Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 19.4 mi

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Yellow Jacket Landing Boat Ramp

Florida · 20.3 mi

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Camp Azalea Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 20.3 mi

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Yankeetown Marina Company

Florida · 20.5 mi

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B's Marina & Campground

Florida · 20.5 mi

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Yankeetown Yacht Basin Park

Florida · 20.7 mi

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Cross Florida Greenway - Withlacoochee Bay Trail - 4.5 mile Canal Side Kayak Launch

Florida · 21.1 mi

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Cross Florida Greenway - Withlacoochee Bay Trail - 4.5 mile Marsh Side Kayak Launch

Florida · 21.1 mi

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Fish Bone Creek Primitive Boat Launch

Florida · 21.2 mi

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Manatee Springs State Park - Usher Landing

Florida · 21.5 mi

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Cross Florida Greenway - Withlacoochee Barge Canal Boat Ramp

Florida · 24.0 mi

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New Clay Landing

Florida · 24.1 mi

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New Pine Landing

Florida · 24.9 mi

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Horseshoe Beach Park and Boat Ramp

Florida · 24.9 mi

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Old Pine Landing Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 25.1 mi

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Dessie Smith Prescott Memorial Inglis Dam Recreation Area - Withlacochee River/Barge Canal Boat Ramp

Florida · 26.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Cedar Key, FL?

Top picks near Cedar Key include Allen Park Public Boat Ramp, Shell Mound County Park and Public Boat Ramp, Shell Mound Primitive Boat Launch. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, oceans, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Cedar Key?

Near Cedar Key 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 Cedar Key?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Cedar Key are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.