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F. Burton Smith Regional Park Kayak Access vs James G. Bourbeau Park
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Brevard County, Florida.
These ramps are about less than a mile apart.
F. Burton Smith Regional Park Kayak Access
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James G. Bourbeau Park
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Type
Hand Launch Only
Stand Alone Ramp
Hours
Dawn to Dusk
24 Hours
Fees
No
No
Launch Lanes
—
2
Water Type
Freshwater
Freshwater
Water Body
F. Burton Smith Regional Park South Lake
St. Johns River
Trailer Parking
—
15 spaces
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
Yes
Yes
Which ramp should you choose?
Both F. Burton Smith Regional Park Kayak Access and James G. Bourbeau Park provide public access in Brevard County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.