Best Places to Kayak Near Cocoa Beach, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Cocoa Beach, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Cocoa Beach
1Wall Street Undeveloped Access
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Port Canaveral Recreational Boat Launching Facility
Open-water sea kayaking access on Atlantic Ocean - Port Canaveral
3Rodney S. Ketchum Ports End Park
Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock
Cove Park Kayak Dock
Florida · 0.7 mi
Ramp Road Park
Florida · 1.6 mi
City of Cocoa Beach Country Club Kayak Launch
Florida · 1.9 mi
Cocoa Beach Constitutional Bicentennial Park
Florida · 2.0 mi
Kiwanis Island Park
Florida · 4.4 mi
Wall Street Undeveloped Access
Florida · 4.5 mi
Banana River Park Kayak Launch
Florida · 4.6 mi
Ulumay Wildlfe Sanctuary Kayak Access Pojnts
Florida · 5.1 mi
Thomas G. Watts Neighborhood Park Kayak Access (300 ft portage)
Florida · 5.1 mi
Port Canaveral Recreational Boat Launching Facility
Florida · 5.3 mi
Rodney S. Ketchum Ports End Park
Florida · 5.4 mi
Kelly Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 5.7 mi
Griffis Landing - Intracoastal Waterway Park
Florida · 6.1 mi
Lee Wenner Park
Florida · 6.9 mi
NASA Kennedy Athletic, Recreational & Social (KARS) Park Kayal Launch Beach (PERMIT REQUIRED)
Florida · 8.0 mi
Pineda Causeway Primitive Ramp on Banana River
Florida · 8.4 mi
McFarland Park
Florida · 8.8 mi
Brevard POW/MIA Park (Pineda Landing)
Florida · 9.2 mi
Kings Park Kayak Access
Florida · 9.4 mi
Shepard Lake Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 9.6 mi
Lake Florence Primitive Boat Ramp
Florida · 10.2 mi
Manatee Cove Park Canoe Launch
Florida · 10.3 mi
Horsecreek Non-Motorized Launch
Florida · 11.6 mi
Lake Poinsett Lodge and Marina
Florida · 12.4 mi
Oars and Paddles Park
Florida · 12.6 mi
Eau Gallie Causeway
Florida · 13.6 mi
Port St. John Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.6 mi
Ballard Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 14.3 mi
Lake Washington Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 14.8 mi
Lake Washington Park Airboat Ramp
Florida · 14.8 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Cocoa Beach, FL?
Top picks near Cocoa Beach include Wall Street Undeveloped Access, Port Canaveral Recreational Boat Launching Facility, Rodney S. Ketchum Ports End 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 Cocoa Beach?
Near Cocoa Beach 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 Cocoa Beach?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Cocoa Beach are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.