Paddle launch · Melbourne · Brevard County

Horsecreek Non-Motorized Launch

Horse Creek - Indian River Lagoon · River · Salt or Brackish Water

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FeeFree
WaterSalt or brackish
ConditionGood

Manatee protection zone on the water here

  • Slow Speed (All Year) · Rule 68C-22.006(2)(d)6.

State zones from the FWC. Federal and local speed zones can also apply: follow the posted signs.

Florida FWC boat ramp inventory

About Horsecreek Non-Motorized Launch

Aerial view of Horsecreek Non-Motorized Launch
The ramp, seen from above · Imagery: USDA NAIP via USGS The National Map (public domain)

About this ramp

Horsecreek Non-Motorized Launch is a hand launch site for kayaks, canoes and paddleboards in Melbourne, Brevard County on Horse Creek - Indian River Lagoon, a river with salt or brackish water. It is publicly owned and open to everyone and managed by City of Melbourne.

Launching

The ramp has a launch with a concrete slope surface. The FWC rates its condition as good. There is no dock.

Fees, parking and hours

Launching is free. Parking: 4 car spaces.

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Nearby

Marinas

Telemar Bay Marina2.8 mi
Eau Gallie Yacht Basin3.0 mi

Other ramps nearby

Shepard Lake Public Boat Ramp (No Parking)2.8 mi
Brevard POW/MIA Park (Pineda Landing)2.9 mi
Oars and Paddles Park3.0 mi
Ramps in Brevard County Ramps in Melbourne

Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. Check local signs for current fees and hours.

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