Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge offers multiple boat ramps providing access to Mosquito Lagoon and the Indian River Lagoon, including Bairs Cove, Beacon 42, Bio Lab, and WSEG ramps, each with separate launches for motorboats and hand-paddled watercraft like kayaks and canoes.

A $10 day-use fee applies for motorized boat launches (free for non-motorized), with amenities varying by location but typically including parking, restrooms, and docks.

Some ramps operate daylight hours only, and access may be restricted during rocket launches from the adjacent Kennedy Space Center.