Best Places to Kayak Near Mexico Beach, FL

30 public launch points within 50 miles of Mexico Beach, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

30 nearby17 Bays6 Lakes3 Creeks
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green trees beside river under white clouds during daytime

Mexico Beach Public Boat Ramp (City Docks)

Florida · 0.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a bridge

Mexico Beach Public Boat Ramp (Circle Drive)

Florida · 0.7 mi

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two people in a canoe paddling down a river

Tyndall Air Force Base - Davis Landing

Florida · 3.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Overstreet Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 4.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tyndall Air Force Base - Farmdale Bayou Boat Launch (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)

Florida · 5.2 mi

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person kayaking on body of water

Whitfield Landing Pay Ramp

Florida · 5.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tyndall Air Force Base - Strange Bayou Boat Launch(RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)

Florida · 7.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tyndall Air Force Base - Buck Beach Kayak Access (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)

Florida · 7.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Tyndall Air Force Base - PQM Lake Boat Launch (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)

Florida · 9.2 mi

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two people in a canoe paddling down a river

Highland View Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 10.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Maude Holmes Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 11.5 mi

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a couple people in a body of water

Frank Pate Park

Florida · 11.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tyndall Air Force Base - STP Boat Launch (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)

Florida · 12.2 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by land

White City Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 12.6 mi

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Three kayaks are paddling in the emerald water.

T. H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park Boat Ramp

Florida · 12.7 mi

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white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Cook Bayou Marina

Florida · 14.0 mi

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a couple people in a body of water

Presnell's Marina

Florida · 15.4 mi

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person in white shirt and black pants standing on brown wooden dock during daytime

Earl Gilbert Park Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 15.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tyndall Air Force Base - Dupont Bridge Boat Launch Beach (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)

Florida · 15.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tyndall Air Force Base - Bonita Bay Boat Ramp (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)

Florida · 15.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Under The Oaks Park Paddlecraft Beach

Florida · 15.7 mi

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Three kayaks are paddling in the emerald water.

John B. Gore Park Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 15.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Donaldson Point Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 16.2 mi

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A large body of water with trees in the background

Parker Environmental Exploratorium Park and Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 17.2 mi

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a couple of boats that are sitting in the water

Land's Landing Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 17.3 mi

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a person standing in the middle of a body of water

Preacher Glass Park and Boat Ramp

Florida · 17.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Tyndall Air Force Base - Felix Lake Boat Launch (RESTRICTED ACCESS - PERMIT REQUIRED)

Florida · 17.6 mi

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a pond with lily pads and water lillies

Cherry Street Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 17.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Dead Lakes County Park

Florida · 18.5 mi

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a man paddle boarding in the ocean

Bob George Park Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 18.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Mexico Beach, FL?

Top picks near Mexico Beach include Highland View Public Boat Ramp, Bob George Park Public Boat Ramp, Frank Pate Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Mexico Beach?

Near Mexico Beach 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 Mexico Beach?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Mexico Beach are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.