Best Places to Kayak Near Madison, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Madison, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Madison
1Grand Bay Wildlife Management Area
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Mystic Lake Roadside Park and Public Boat Ramp
Standout kayak fishing on Mystic Lake
3Cherry Lake Public Boat Ramp
Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock
Mystic Lake Roadside Park and Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 2.4 mi
Cherry Lake Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 9.8 mi
Withlacoochee River - NW 47th Street
Florida · 9.9 mi
Withlacoochee River Park
Florida · 10.9 mi
Hamilton County Road 143 Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 11.2 mi
State Line (Madison Highway)
Georgia · 12.2 mi
Nankin
Georgia · 13.5 mi
County Road 141
Florida · 15.4 mi
Suwannee River State Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 15.5 mi
Knights Ferry
Georgia · 16.3 mi
Boundary Bend Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.2 mi
Dowling Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.8 mi
Hutch Gibson Park Public Boat Ramp (Noble's Ferry)
Florida · 18.9 mi
Seven Bridges Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 19.0 mi
Sneads Landing on Smokehouse Lake
Florida · 19.9 mi
Sims Landing
Florida · 20.1 mi
Alapaha River Boat Ramp
Florida · 21.5 mi
Ezell Landing Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 24.1 mi
Charles Springs Park and Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 24.1 mi
Troupeville Landing
Georgia · 25.9 mi
Lafayette Blue Springs State Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 26.7 mi
Deese - Howard Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 26.8 mi
Spirit of The Suwannee Music Park
Florida · 27.7 mi
Aucilla River Mile 24.4 - Reams Landing Boat Ramp - Mt. Gilead Tract
Florida · 28.3 mi
Telford Springs Boat Ramp
Florida · 29.5 mi
Hal Adams Bridge Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 29.9 mi
Suwannee Lake
Florida · 31.0 mi
Hardenbergh Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 32.2 mi
Royal Springs Park (Hugh Byron Hollingsworth, Sr. Park)
Florida · 33.8 mi
Grand Bay Wildlife Management Area
Georgia · 33.9 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Madison, FL?
Top picks near Madison include Grand Bay Wildlife Management Area, Mystic Lake Roadside Park and Public Boat Ramp, Cherry Lake Public Boat Ramp. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.
What types of paddling can I do near Madison?
Near Madison 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 Madison?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Madison are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.