Best Places to Kayak Near Everglades City, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Everglades City, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Everglades City
Glades Haven RV Park, Bait and Tackle
Florida · 1.0 mi
Everglades National Park - Gulf Coast Visitor Center - Canoe/Kayak Launch
Florida · 1.1 mi
The Fishing Hole
Florida · 3.1 mi
Chokoloskee Island Park & Marina
Florida · 3.3 mi
Big Cypress National Preserve - Halfway Creek - Seagrape Boat Launch (Primitive)
Florida · 4.0 mi
Big Cypress National Preserve - Dona Drive Boat Launch (Shallow, Not Suitable for Outboards)
Florida · 4.9 mi
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - East River DOT Wayside Park
Florida · 6.6 mi
Big Cypress National Preserve - Turner River Canoe Launch
Florida · 7.2 mi
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Faka Union River Paddling Trail
Florida · 9.4 mi
Port of The Islands Resort & Marina
Florida · 10.6 mi
Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #4
Florida · 11.7 mi
Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #3
Florida · 12.8 mi
Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #2 (Marsh Trail and Observation Tower)
Florida · 13.4 mi
Ten Thousand Islands N.W.R - Waterfowl Hunting Trail #1
Florida · 13.6 mi
Collier-Seminole State Park
Florida · 16.0 mi
Goodland Boating Park
Florida · 17.0 mi
Margood Harbor Park Kayak Launch
Florida · 17.1 mi
San Marco Road Wayside Paddlecraft Access
Florida · 17.4 mi
Goodland Bridge Wayside Paddlecraft Access
Florida · 17.5 mi
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Jones Grade Lakes Kayak Access
Florida · 20.1 mi
Caxambas Park and Boat Ramp
Florida · 21.2 mi
Collier Boulevard Boating Park
Florida · 21.7 mi
Isles of Capri Paddlecraft Park
Florida · 21.9 mi
Rookery Bay Primitive Boat Launch (Shell Island)
Florida · 24.7 mi
Golden Gate Community Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 29.7 mi
Bayview Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 30.2 mi
Brookside Marina
Florida · 31.5 mi
Naples Landing Park
Florida · 31.9 mi
Baker Park - Kayak Launch
Florida · 32.2 mi
Tamiami Trail 40 Mile Bend Primitive Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 34.9 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Everglades City, FL?
Top picks near Everglades City include Goodland Boating Park, Naples Landing Park, The Fishing Hole. 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 Everglades City?
Near Everglades City 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 Everglades City?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Everglades City are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.