Best Places to Kayak Near Merritt Island, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Merritt Island, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Merritt Island
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
Wall Street Undeveloped Access
Florida · 1.1 mi
Kiwanis Island Park
Florida · 2.1 mi
Griffis Landing - Intracoastal Waterway Park
Florida · 2.7 mi
Thomas G. Watts Neighborhood Park Kayak Access (300 ft portage)
Florida · 2.8 mi
City of Cocoa Beach Country Club Kayak Launch
Florida · 2.9 mi
Ulumay Wildlfe Sanctuary Kayak Access Pojnts
Florida · 2.9 mi
Lee Wenner Park
Florida · 3.3 mi
Cocoa Beach Constitutional Bicentennial Park
Florida · 3.6 mi
Cove Park Kayak Dock
Florida · 3.7 mi
Ramp Road Park
Florida · 4.1 mi
Kelly Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 5.2 mi
McFarland Park
Florida · 5.8 mi
Banana River Park Kayak Launch
Florida · 6.0 mi
Lake Florence Primitive Boat Ramp
Florida · 6.2 mi
Rodney S. Ketchum Ports End Park
Florida · 6.2 mi
Port Canaveral Recreational Boat Launching Facility
Florida · 7.4 mi
NASA Kennedy Athletic, Recreational & Social (KARS) Park Kayal Launch Beach (PERMIT REQUIRED)
Florida · 7.9 mi
Kings Park Kayak Access
Florida · 8.3 mi
Lake Poinsett Lodge and Marina
Florida · 8.5 mi
Brevard POW/MIA Park (Pineda Landing)
Florida · 8.5 mi
Manatee Cove Park Canoe Launch
Florida · 8.6 mi
Pineda Causeway Primitive Ramp on Banana River
Florida · 8.8 mi
Shepard Lake Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 10.2 mi
F. Burton Smith Regional Park Kayak Access
Florida · 11.2 mi
Horsecreek Non-Motorized Launch
Florida · 11.4 mi
Port St. John Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 11.5 mi
James G. Bourbeau Park
Florida · 12.1 mi
Leroy Wright Recreation Area
Florida · 12.1 mi
Lake Washington Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.0 mi
Lake Washington Park Airboat Ramp
Florida · 13.0 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Merritt Island, FL?
Top picks near Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island?
Near Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Merritt Island are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.