John D. MacArthur Beach State Park Canoe/Kayak/SUP Launch and Anchorage Park Marina (VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH RESIDENTS ONLY)
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John D. MacArthur Beach State Park Canoe/Kayak/SUP Launch vs Anchorage Park Marina (VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH RESIDENTS ONLY)

Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Palm Beach County, Florida.

These ramps are about 1.8 miles apart.

Type
Hand Launch Only
Boat Ramp Within Marina
Hours
8:00 AM until Sunset, 365 days a year
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fees
Yes
Yes
Launch Lanes
1
Water Type
Salt or Brackish Water
Salt or Brackish Water
Water Body
Lake Worth
C-17
Trailer Parking
20 spaces
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible

Which ramp should you choose?

Both John D. MacArthur Beach State Park Canoe/Kayak/SUP Launch and Anchorage Park Marina (VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH RESIDENTS ONLY) provide public access in Palm Beach 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.