Boat Ramp
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Bairs Cove
BREVARD County, Florida
At a glance
- Ramp type
- Stand Alone Ramp
- Access
- Government Owned For General Public Use
- Surface
- Concrete
- Dock
- Both Launch And Staging Dock
- Launch lanes
- 1
- Fee required
- Yes
- Hours
- 24 Hours, for launching and retrieving only, Except when space launches require closure
- Managed by
- United States Fish and Wildlife Service
- Coordinates
- 28.73294, -80.75699
Before you go
This page is built from official government data. Always confirm current closures, permits, and local regulations before you leave the dock. See our full disclaimer.
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Bairs Cove is a public boat ramp in BREVARD County, Florida (stand alone ramp, 1 lane), listed in the FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. A launch fee applies.
About Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Bairs Cove
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Bairs Cove is a public boat ramp in Brevard County, Florida. It is managed by United States Fish and Wildlife Service. It is listed as a stand alone ramp.
The ramp has 1 launch lane with a concrete surface. A launch and staging dock helps with loading passengers and gear. The site is government-owned and open for general public use. A launch fee is required — bring a way to pay. Posted hours are 24 hours, for launching and retrieving only, except when space launches require closure.
This is a boat ramp facility only — come prepared with your own vessel and gear. As with any public ramp, parking, water levels, and conditions at the water's edge can vary, so it's worth checking locally before you go, especially outside daylight hours.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a fee to launch at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Bairs Cove?
Yes, a launch fee is required.
What are the hours?
Posted hours are 24 hours, for launching and retrieving only, except when space launches require closure.
How many launch lanes are there?
There is 1 launch lane.
Is there a dock?
Yes, a launch and staging dock helps with loading passengers and gear.
Who manages Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Bairs Cove?
It is managed by United States Fish and Wildlife Service.