Kayak and canoe launches on Kissimmee River, Florida

9 launch sites on Kissimmee River from FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. 3 are listed as hand, car-top or paddlecraft launches. 6 are trailer ramps.

Fees: 5 list no fee, 4 list a fee, 0 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.

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• Camp Lester Fish Camp · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Entry: $3 (drop box) (FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Camp Mack'S River Resort · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Entry: $5 (attendant) (FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Kissimmee River Fishing Resort · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Entry: $2 (attendant) (FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Kissimmee River Public Use Area - 4 E'S Canoe And Kayak Launch · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Kissimmee River Public Use Area - Bluff Hammock Canoe/Kayak Access (Caution: Not Usable Du · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Kissimmee River Public Use Area S-65 North (Aka. Highway 60 Or Kicco) · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Kissimmee River Public Use Area S-65 South (Aka. Highway 60 Or Kicco) · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Lake Kissimmee State Park - Accessible Kayak Dock · Hand launch / carry-in
  Entry: $5 (attendant) (FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 81 m (270 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -3 ft (about 1% average grade)

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Platt'S Bluff Public Boat Ramp · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

Florida paddling rules
Registration, permits, life jackets and AIS stickers

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Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.