Best Places to Kayak Near Cocoa, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Cocoa, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Cocoa
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
McFarland Park
Florida · 1.7 mi
Lee Wenner Park
Florida · 1.7 mi
Griffis Landing - Intracoastal Waterway Park
Florida · 2.4 mi
Lake Florence Primitive Boat Ramp
Florida · 3.3 mi
Thomas G. Watts Neighborhood Park Kayak Access (300 ft portage)
Florida · 3.7 mi
Ulumay Wildlfe Sanctuary Kayak Access Pojnts
Florida · 3.9 mi
Wall Street Undeveloped Access
Florida · 4.0 mi
Kiwanis Island Park
Florida · 4.2 mi
Lake Poinsett Lodge and Marina
Florida · 4.3 mi
Kelly Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 5.6 mi
Manatee Cove Park Canoe Launch
Florida · 5.7 mi
Kings Park Kayak Access
Florida · 6.4 mi
F. Burton Smith Regional Park Kayak Access
Florida · 6.8 mi
Cocoa Beach Constitutional Bicentennial Park
Florida · 7.2 mi
NASA Kennedy Athletic, Recreational & Social (KARS) Park Kayal Launch Beach (PERMIT REQUIRED)
Florida · 7.4 mi
Port St. John Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 7.6 mi
Rodney S. Ketchum Ports End Park
Florida · 7.6 mi
Leroy Wright Recreation Area
Florida · 7.6 mi
James G. Bourbeau Park
Florida · 7.6 mi
City of Cocoa Beach Country Club Kayak Launch
Florida · 7.8 mi
Banana River Park Kayak Launch
Florida · 8.0 mi
Fay Lake Wilderness Park Non-motorized Boat Ramp
Florida · 8.4 mi
Cove Park Kayak Dock
Florida · 8.4 mi
Ramp Road Park
Florida · 9.0 mi
Port Canaveral Recreational Boat Launching Facility
Florida · 9.6 mi
Manatee Hammock Campground and Park Non-Motorized Launch
Florida · 9.7 mi
Brevard POW/MIA Park (Pineda Landing)
Florida · 12.2 mi
Pineda Causeway Primitive Ramp on Banana River
Florida · 13.1 mi
Kennedy Point Park
Florida · 13.2 mi
Shepard Lake Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 14.6 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Cocoa, FL?
Top picks near Cocoa 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?
Near Cocoa 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?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Cocoa are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.