Port Mayaca Lock - St. Lucie Canal Concrete Boat Ramp

Port Mayaca Lock provides public access to the St. Lucie Canal and Lake Okeechobee in Martin County. The facility features a single-lane poured concrete ramp in good to excellent condition, with 8 parking spaces for vehicles with trailers and grass parking available. The ramp is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is open to general public use. Note that this is a working lock facility—boaters should monitor Marine VHF radio channel 13 for lock operations before launching.

The St. Lucie Canal offers a relatively deep and wide waterway, with a channel width of approximately 100 feet and 8 feet of depth. Water levels typically range from 0.5 to 2 feet above sea level. Kayakers and canoeists can expect calm, navigable conditions on this managed waterway. The facility has a separate canoe/kayak launch option available, making it suitable for paddlers of all types. Check locally for any temporary access restrictions or closures before your visit, and plan your trip around lock operation schedules if traveling between different water bodies.