Phipps Park

Phipps Park offers convenient access to the St. Lucie River and St. Lucie Canal system in Martin County. This state-managed ramp provides a good launching point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore the river and its connected waterways. The facility includes restrooms and picnic amenities, making it suitable for a full day of paddling or boating.

From this ramp, paddlers have multiple route options: you can head south down the South Fork of the St. Lucie River toward the coast, or go north through the canal system toward Lake Okeechobee (approximately 24 miles). The proximity to the Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and exploring one of Southeast Florida's largest undeveloped coastal areas. The location's easy access off I-95 and the Florida Turnpike makes it a practical choice for visiting paddlers.