Best Places to Kayak Near Cortez, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Cortez, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Cortez
1Holmes Beach 63rd Street Memorial Park
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Coquina Beach (north)
Open-water sea kayaking access on Sarasota Bay
3Terra Ceia Bay Highway 19 Access Point South
Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock
Coquina Beach (north)
Florida · 1.3 mi
Parrot Cove Marina
Florida · 1.6 mi
Kingfish Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 1.7 mi
Coquina Bayside Park (South)
Florida · 1.9 mi
Holmes Beach 63rd Street Memorial Park
Florida · 2.9 mi
Manatee Avenue Causeway - Palma Sola Bay Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 3.0 mi
Warner's Bayou Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 5.7 mi
Riverside Park Public Boat Ramp - Palmetto
Florida · 8.2 mi
Terra Ceia Bay Highway 19 Access Point South
Florida · 10.4 mi
Highland Shores Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 10.7 mi
Braden River Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 10.9 mi
Fort Desoto Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 12.0 mi
Ken Thompson Park
Florida · 12.3 mi
Bishop Harbor Primitive Ramp
Florida · 12.7 mi
Sarasota Centennial Park
Florida · 12.8 mi
Jiggs Landing
Florida · 13.8 mi
Pinecraft Park
Florida · 16.0 mi
O'Neill's Marina
Florida · 16.2 mi
Bay Vista Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 16.4 mi
Don Cesar - St Pete Beach Boat Ramp
Florida · 16.4 mi
Maximo Park and Boat Ramp
Florida · 16.6 mi
Nathan Benderson Park (SW Fishing Lake)
Florida · 16.7 mi
Fort Hamer Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 17.0 mi
Nathan Benderson Park (Main Watersport Lake)
Florida · 17.4 mi
Lake Maggiore Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.2 mi
Grandview Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.5 mi
Cockroach Bay Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.5 mi
Gulfport City Marina
Florida · 18.5 mi
Treasure Island 84th Avenue Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 19.3 mi
Egan Park Ramp
Florida · 19.8 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Cortez, FL?
Top picks near Cortez include Holmes Beach 63rd Street Memorial Park, Coquina Beach (north), Terra Ceia Bay Highway 19 Access Point South. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, rivers, lakes.
What types of paddling can I do near Cortez?
Near Cortez 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 Cortez?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Cortez are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.