Discover 69 amazing destinations, from hidden anchorages to lively sandbars.
Subtropical climate featuring mild, dry winters and warm, active summers perfect for sandbar rafting and reef snorkeling. Boaters generally favor the November to May window for the most stable cruising conditions.
Annual event in March
Boats stage on the south side of the St. Johns River at Metropolitan Park, with the blessing taking place at the Lone Sailor Statue along the Jacksonville Southbank. Next event: March 21, 2027.
Annual event in March
A historic procession beginning at the Cathedral Basilica and concluding at the St. Augustine Municipal Marina fuel dock, where the Bishop blesses passing watercraft. Next event: March 21, 2027.
annual · Month 7
The biggest boating day of the year. Every sandbar, anchorage, and waterfront spot is packed. Fireworks displays visible from the water across Florida.
seasonal · Month 11
Peak manatee activity in Florida waterways. Many channels enforce seasonal slow-speed/no-wake zones to protect manatees.
annual · Month 11
A spectacular holiday parade along the St. Johns River. The parade route starts near the Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel and tracks along the Northbank Riverwalk to the Fuller Warren Bridge. November 28, 2026.
annual · Month 12
A beautiful holiday maritime parade that illuminates the bayfront just north of the Bridge of Lions, with premium viewing stretching toward the Castillo de San Marcos. December 12, 2026.
Cruise south from Miami's high-energy sandbars through Biscayne National Park. Stop at Elliott Key, snorkel Carysfort Reef Lighthouse, and dock-and-dine in Key Largo.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Primitive ramp for small boats. Use of gasoline motors prohibited.
Public boat ramp managed by Private Business. Access type: Commercially Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
A fishing dock is also present to the north of the ramp. The restrooms are in the park, a short drive from the boat ramp. Additional car parking and an accessible car parking spot is available by the bathrooms.
Public boat ramp managed by Flagler County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Nassau County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by United States National Park Service. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
3 floating docks are located at the boat ramp and there is also a fishing pier within the park.
Picnic tables are available by the bathrooms without reservations but the picnic pavilions require reservations. The majority of the vehicle parking spaces are located in the parking area by the bathrooms. A fishing pier/observation dock is also located within the park
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Limited parking. The only parking available is parallel parking along the road that appears to also be used by a nearby business sometimes.
Located in Fort Family Regional Park. Loose gravel ramp surface, 4X4 advised.
There is designated accessible parking spot, but it is not paved.
Public boat ramp managed by Flagler County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Turn right on the dirt road just after the park entrance gate, before the second gate and follow the road around to the side of the lake that is across from the kayak launch and office. This is where you will find the ramp. The picnic tables and grill are by the office and kayak launch dock.
Public boat ramp managed by Nassau County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Nassau County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Fernandina Beach. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Nassau County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
The parking spots double for both vehicle parking and vehicles with trailer parking. There is 1 paved accessible vehicle parking space located by the bathrooms. A separate fixed fishing pier is also present in the park.
Ramp is a natural sand shoreline. 2 paved accessible parking spots are available at the dock entrance.
Concrete ramp covered with sand. Low slope shoreline. Launching a trailer would require backing far into the water and is not advised.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Overflow parking is also available in the grass.
Multiple floating docks are available for boat launching and retrieval.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Flagler County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Flagler County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Flagler County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Flagler County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Flagler County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by City of Jacksonville. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Nassau County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
$50 Annual pass can be purchased.
Public boat ramp managed by Nassau County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Nassau County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Private Business. Access type: Commercially Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by local municipality. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by local municipality. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Saint Johns County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
Public boat ramp managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.