The 9th Avenue Entrance (South Entrance) at Robinson Preserve offers a kayak launch with 120 kayak storage tubes available for annual rental, providing access to over 3 miles of internal paddling trails through mangrove lagoons and waterways.

This entrance features ample parking suitable for groups with picnic supplies and connects to the Manatee River, Perico Bayou, and Palma Sola Bay, with a 5-mile roundtrip paddling adventure available.

The preserve is open daily from sunrise to sunset year-round, with nearby amenities including restrooms, picnic areas, and observation towers for viewing the coastal habitat.