Best Places to Kayak Near Sarasota, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Sarasota, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Sarasota
1Holmes Beach 63rd Street Memorial Park
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Blackburn Point Park East Boat Ramp
Open-water sea kayaking access on Sarasota Bay
3Loreto Boat Ramp
Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock
Jiggs Landing
Florida · 3.5 mi
Sarasota Centennial Park
Florida · 4.4 mi
Nathan Benderson Park (SW Fishing Lake)
Florida · 5.5 mi
Ken Thompson Park
Florida · 5.8 mi
Nathan Benderson Park (Main Watersport Lake)
Florida · 6.1 mi
Braden River Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 6.1 mi
Pinecraft Park
Florida · 6.3 mi
Highland Shores Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 7.5 mi
Riverside Park Public Boat Ramp - Palmetto
Florida · 7.7 mi
Warner's Bayou Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 8.9 mi
Parrot Cove Marina
Florida · 10.0 mi
Manatee Avenue Causeway - Palma Sola Bay Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 10.0 mi
Coquina Bayside Park (South)
Florida · 10.1 mi
Fort Hamer Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 10.2 mi
Coquina Beach (north)
Florida · 10.5 mi
Terra Ceia Bay Highway 19 Access Point South
Florida · 11.2 mi
Kingfish Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 12.3 mi
Lake Manatee State Park
Florida · 12.7 mi
Turtle Beach Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.1 mi
Vamo Primitive Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.1 mi
Holmes Beach 63rd Street Memorial Park
Florida · 13.4 mi
Bishop Harbor Primitive Ramp
Florida · 13.5 mi
Lake Manatee Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 14.8 mi
Blackburn Point Park East Boat Ramp
Florida · 15.9 mi
Cockroach Bay Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 19.3 mi
Wildcat Creek Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 19.4 mi
Nokomis Beach Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 19.6 mi
Fort Desoto Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 20.1 mi
Loreto Boat Ramp
Florida · 20.2 mi
Domino Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 20.5 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Sarasota, FL?
Top picks near Sarasota include Holmes Beach 63rd Street Memorial Park, Blackburn Point Park East Boat Ramp, Loreto Boat Ramp. 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 Sarasota?
Near Sarasota 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 Sarasota?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Sarasota are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.