City of Cape Coral - 2111 Northeast 5th Terrace (Primitive)

This primitive boat ramp provides free access to Cleveland Canal within the Cape Coral Canal System. The facility features a gravel or dirt ramp on a grass lot with minimal parking available. As a primitive site, there are no public facilities on-site, making it ideal for paddlers seeking straightforward canal access without amenities. There are no parking fees at this canal access point, though improved ramps elsewhere in the city may charge trailer parking fees.

The Cleveland Canal connects to the broader Cape Coral Canal System, offering paddlers opportunities to explore calm, sheltered waterways. From this access point, kayakers and canoeists can paddle through the canal system and venture toward nearby natural areas, including the Matlacha Pass and Caloosahatchee National Wildlife Refuges. These refuges feature mangrove forests, island roosting areas, and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities. The flat water and protected canal environment make this site suitable for recreational paddlers of all skill levels and families with small boats.