Port of the Islands Marina Launch
Port of the Islands · Collier County, Florida
Aerial view — parking & launch
Where it is
Port of the Islands, Collier County, FL
25.93300, -81.50100
Parking & access
County marina ramp with ship store and parking off US-41; launches into the Faka Union Canal
About this spot
Sheltered manatee-frequented canal leading ~7 miles to Faka Union Bay and the Ten Thousand Islands.
Know before you go
- • long open paddle down the canal
- • boat traffic
- • strong tides at the bay
Rentals, tours & lessons near here
Naples Outfitters
Locally owned Naples paddlesports shop with kayak & SUP rentals, biologist-led tours, lessons, and gear since 2004.
Rising Tide Explorers
Biologist-guided kayak eco-tours and rentals through Rookery Bay and the surrounding estuaries.
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