Paddle launch · Titusville · Brevard County

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Haulover Canal Kayak Launch Site

Indian River Lagoon · Bay or lagoon · Salt or Brackish Water

FeeFree
Lanes2 lanes
Trailer parking20 trailer spaces
WaterSalt or brackish

Manatee protection zone on the water here

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

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

Florida FWC boat ramp inventory

About Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Haulover Canal Kayak Launch Site

Aerial view of Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Haulover Canal Kayak Launch Site
The ramp, seen from above · Imagery: USDA NAIP via USGS The National Map (public domain)

About this ramp

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Haulover Canal Kayak Launch Site is a hand launch site for kayaks, canoes and paddleboards in Titusville, Brevard County on Indian River Lagoon, a bay or lagoon with salt or brackish water. It is publicly owned and open to everyone and managed by United States Fish and Wildlife Service. Partner: Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge.

Launching

The ramp has 2 lanes with a concrete surface.

Fees, parking and hours

Launching is free. Parking: 20 trailer spaces and 20 car spaces. Hours: Sunrise to Sunset, Daily, Except when space launches require closure.

Facilities

Restrooms: No Toilet.

Official page

Nearby

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

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