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Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Beacon 42 Boat Ramp vs Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Radar Tower Paddlecraft Access Point
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Brevard County, Florida.
These ramps are about less than a mile apart.
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Beacon 42 Boat Ramp
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Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Radar Tower Paddlecraft Access Point
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Type
Stand Alone Ramp
Hand Launch Only
Hours
Sunrise to Sunset, Daily, Except when space launches require closure
Sunrise to Sunset, Daily, Except when space launches require closure
Fees
Yes
No
Launch Lanes
1
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Water Type
Salt or Brackish Water
Salt or Brackish Water
Water Body
Mosquito Lagoon
Indian River Lagoon
Trailer Parking
24 spaces
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Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
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Which ramp should you choose?
Both Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Beacon 42 Boat Ramp and Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Radar Tower Paddlecraft Access Point 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.