Best Places to Kayak Near Palmetto, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Palmetto, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Palmetto
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
Riverside Park Public Boat Ramp - Palmetto
Florida · 0.6 mi
Highland Shores Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 2.4 mi
Warner's Bayou Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 2.9 mi
Terra Ceia Bay Highway 19 Access Point South
Florida · 3.1 mi
Braden River Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 3.4 mi
Manatee Avenue Causeway - Palma Sola Bay Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 5.6 mi
Bishop Harbor Primitive Ramp
Florida · 5.7 mi
Parrot Cove Marina
Florida · 7.0 mi
Kingfish Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 8.1 mi
Jiggs Landing
Florida · 8.3 mi
Coquina Beach (north)
Florida · 8.7 mi
Holmes Beach 63rd Street Memorial Park
Florida · 8.7 mi
Fort Hamer Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 8.7 mi
Coquina Bayside Park (South)
Florida · 8.7 mi
Cockroach Bay Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 11.9 mi
Sarasota Centennial Park
Florida · 12.2 mi
Fort Desoto Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 12.4 mi
Ken Thompson Park
Florida · 12.9 mi
Nathan Benderson Park (SW Fishing Lake)
Florida · 13.2 mi
Bay Vista Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.3 mi
Wildcat Creek Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.6 mi
Nathan Benderson Park (Main Watersport Lake)
Florida · 13.6 mi
Domino Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 14.3 mi
O'Neill's Marina
Florida · 14.4 mi
Lake Manatee State Park
Florida · 14.5 mi
Pinecraft Park
Florida · 14.6 mi
Shell Point Marina
Florida · 14.8 mi
Maximo Park and Boat Ramp
Florida · 14.8 mi
Lake Maggiore Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 15.3 mi
Grandview Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 15.3 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Palmetto, FL?
Top picks near Palmetto 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 Palmetto?
Near Palmetto 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 Palmetto?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Palmetto are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.