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Fort Matanzas National National Monument - Matanzas Inlet West Parking Lot Paddlecraft Access

Atlantic Ocean · Saint Augustine, St. Johns County

Fort Matanzas National National Monument - Matanzas Inlet West Parking Lot Paddlecraft Access is a free unknown kayak and canoe launch on Atlantic Ocean in Saint Augustine, Florida. It is managed by United States National Park Service.

Launch
Carry-in (kayak, canoe)
Surface
Unknown
Ramp condition
Ramp has no specific launch area just on beach.
Fee
Free
Car parking
25 spaces
Restroom
Portable Toilet
Accessibility
Low Level of Accessibility
Dock
Unknown
Hours
Open 24 hours
Water
Salt or brackish
Nearest town
8 mi from Saint Augustine Shores

Managed by United States National Park Service

Notes: No specific launch area just located on beach area. No specific launch area just located on beach area.

Address: Saint Augustine 32080

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Fish in Atlantic Ocean

Also recorded:

Florida state records for these fish
FishRecordYearCaught in
Largemouth Bass17 lb 4 oz1986
Florida Gar9 lb 7 oz2001Lake Lawne
Bluegill2 lb 15 oz1989Crystal Lake

From official Florida record lists: source

Species recorded here since 1990 (GBIF). Check state regulations for seasons and limits.

Before you launch in Florida

Florida boating laws: education, age limits and life jackets

Links go to official Florida agency pages.

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Page updated Oct 27, 2026. Ramp details from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.