Best Places to Kayak Near Stuart, FL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Stuart, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Stuart
1C-24 Canal Park Boat Ramp
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2St. Lucie Lock Recreation Area
Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock
3Timer Powers Park
A top-rated canal launch on St. Lucie Canal
Sheppard Park Ramp
Florida · 0.2 mi
Leighton Park
Florida · 1.8 mi
Indian Riverside Park
Florida · 3.3 mi
Ocean Boulevard Causway / Ernest Lyons Bridge
Florida · 4.1 mi
Jensen Beach Causeway South Boat Ramp
Florida · 4.2 mi
Jensen Beach Causeway North Boat Ramps
Florida · 4.3 mi
Sandsprit Park
Florida · 4.4 mi
Port Salerno Broward Street Boat Ramp
Florida · 5.2 mi
Bessie Creek Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 5.4 mi
Phipps Park
Florida · 5.6 mi
Hosford Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 5.7 mi
St. Lucie Lock Recreation Area
Florida · 6.3 mi
Veterans Memorial Park
Florida · 6.8 mi
C-24 Canal Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 6.8 mi
Jimmy Graham Park Boat Ramp
Florida · 9.5 mi
Port St. Lucie River Park Marina
Florida · 10.0 mi
Oak Hammock Park and Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 11.1 mi
Blind Creek Park Boat Launch at Little Mud Creek
Florida · 12.5 mi
White City Park and Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 13.3 mi
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
Florida · 16.0 mi
Timer Powers Park
Florida · 16.9 mi
Jaycee Park Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 17.8 mi
Indian River Veterans Memorial Park & Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.1 mi
Fisherman's Wharf & Public Boat Ramp
Florida · 18.4 mi
South Causeway Island Wayside Park
Florida · 18.6 mi
Fort Pierce North Beach Causeway Wayside Park and Boat Ramp
Florida · 19.6 mi
Stan Blum Memorial Boat Ramp
Florida · 19.9 mi
Burt Reynolds Park East Boat Ramp
Florida · 20.5 mi
Burt Reynolds Park West Boat Ramp
Florida · 20.5 mi
Palm Beach County Waterway Park
Florida · 21.0 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Stuart, FL?
Top picks near Stuart include C-24 Canal Park Boat Ramp, St. Lucie Lock Recreation Area, Timer Powers Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, canals.
What types of paddling can I do near Stuart?
Near Stuart 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 Stuart?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Stuart are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.