Best Places to Kayak Near Saint Petersburg, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Saint Petersburg, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Saint Petersburg
1Demens Landing Park Boat Ramp
Standout kayak fishing on Tampa Bay
2Madeira Beach Municipal Marina
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
3Coffee Pot Bayou Public Boat Ramp
Open-water sea kayaking access on Coffee Pot Bayou
Demens Landing Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 0.7 mi
Coffee Pot Bayou Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 2.0 mi
Crisp Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 2.3 mi
Grandview Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 2.6 mi
Lake Maggiore Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 2.9 mi
Gulfport City Marina
Florida · 4.1 mi
Bay Vista Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 4.7 mi
Maximo Park and Boat Ramp
Florida · 5.0 mi
O'Neill's Marina
Florida · 5.2 mi
Sunlit Cove Park
Florida · 5.5 mi
Jungle Prada Boat Ramp
Florida · 7.2 mi
Egan Park Ramp
Florida · 7.3 mi
Don Cesar - St Pete Beach Boat Ramp
Florida · 7.4 mi
Treasure Island 84th Avenue Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 7.6 mi
Treasure Island 100th Avenue Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 7.8 mi
Gandy Wayside Park
Florida · 7.9 mi
Picnic Island Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 7.9 mi
4th Street North Unimproved Launch Site
Florida · 8.5 mi
Treasure Island 123rd Avenue Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 8.6 mi
Cockroach Bay Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 9.3 mi
Lake Seminole Park and Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 9.9 mi
Madeira Beach Municipal Marina
Florida · 9.9 mi
Fort Desoto Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 10.0 mi
E. G. Simmons Park
Florida · 10.3 mi
Shell Point Marina
Florida · 10.4 mi
Gandy Boulvard Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 10.5 mi
Ballast Point Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 12.6 mi
Walsingham Park Fish Management Area
Florida · 12.7 mi
Ruskin Commongood Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 12.9 mi
Bishop Harbor Primitive Ramp
Florida · 12.9 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Saint Petersburg, FL?
Top picks near Saint Petersburg include Demens Landing Park Boat Ramp, Madeira Beach Municipal Marina, Coffee Pot Bayou Public Boat Ramp. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, lakes, reservoirs.
What types of paddling can I do near Saint Petersburg?
Near Saint Petersburg 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 Petersburg?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Saint Petersburg are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.