Best Places to Kayak Near Saint Johns, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Saint Johns, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Saint Johns
1Lake Shore Public Boat Ramp
Standout kayak fishing on Doctor's Lake
2McCue Park and Boat Ramp
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
3Guana River Recreation Area - Six Mile Landing Public Boat Ramp
Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock
Mandarin Park
Florida · 2.7 mi
Hood Landing Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 3.1 mi
Knight's Boat Ramp and Marina
Florida · 6.5 mi
Lake Shore Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 6.6 mi
Camp Chowenwaw Park Paddlecraft Launch
Florida · 6.7 mi
Governor's Creek Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 7.4 mi
Whitey's Fish Camp, Restaurant and RV Park
Florida · 7.4 mi
Doctors Lake Park Kayak Launch
Florida · 7.6 mi
Old Shand's Bridge Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 8.0 mi
Vera Francis Hall City Park Canoe Landing
Florida · 8.2 mi
Goodby's Creek Boat Ramp
Florida · 8.3 mi
Trout Creek Memorial Park and Marina
Florida · 8.3 mi
Trout Creek Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 8.4 mi
Palmo Cove Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 9.5 mi
Old Ferry Public Boat Ramp (Rideout Ferry)
Florida · 11.0 mi
Wayne B. Stevens Park - 2
Florida · 13.0 mi
Wayne B. Stevens Park - 1
Florida · 13.0 mi
Wayne B. Stevens Park - 3
Florida · 13.0 mi
Williams Park Canoe/Kayak Launch
Florida · 13.1 mi
Williams Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.4 mi
Pottsburg Creek Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.6 mi
Middleburg (Main Street) Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.9 mi
Palm Valley Public Landing
Florida · 14.4 mi
Curtis Lee Johnson Marina Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 14.7 mi
St. Johns Marina (Jacksonville)
Florida · 15.6 mi
Arlington Road Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 16.5 mi
Guana River Recreation Area - Six Mile Landing Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 16.6 mi
Jennings State Forest - Indian Ford Paddling Access
Florida · 17.0 mi
Jennings State Forest - Knights Landing Paddling Access
Florida · 17.8 mi
McCue Park and Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.1 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Saint Johns, FL?
Top picks near Saint Johns include Lake Shore Public Boat Ramp, McCue Park and Boat Ramp, Guana River Recreation Area - Six Mile Landing Public Boat Ramp. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, lakes.
What types of paddling can I do near Saint Johns?
Near Saint Johns 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 Saint Johns?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Saint Johns are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.