ALERT: Jetty Park Fishing Pier and Boat Ramp Closed Due to Hazardous Weather Conditions

Storms making operations on exposed structures like piers and walkways risky

BREVARD COUNTY • PORT CANAVERAL, FLORIDA — Port Canaveral officials confirmed that the Jetty Park fishing pier and the Rodney Ketchum Park boat ramp walkway have been temporarily closed in response to hazardous weather conditions.

The shutdown went into effect just before noon, and both facilities will remain off-limits until conditions improve — a closure expected to last several days.

“Due to inclement weather and in the interest of visitor safety, the fishing pier at Jetty Park and walkway at Rodney Ketchum Park are closed until further notice,” said a Port Canaveral spokesperson. “We will advise when these areas reopen once weather conditions improve.”

According to Port Canaveral staff, the decision to cancel was made on Friday afternoon “due to weather conditions.” No further damage assessments or structural concerns were cited at this time.

The weather forecast for Brevard County indicates showers and thunderstorms are likely today, with a 60% chance of rain and northeast winds gusting up to 20 mph.

Storms are expected to linger into the evening, making operations on exposed structures like piers and walkways risky.

What’s impacted

Jetty Park Fishing Pier: Under normal circumstances, the pier is open daily from 7: a.m. to 9 p.m. and provides amenities such as running water and fish-cleaning stations. As of now, no reopening time has been announced.

Located on the west side of the port, near the Canaveral locks, Ketchum Park offers boat-launch access, parking, fish-cleaning stations, and restrooms free of charge.

The walkway closure may affect access between the ramp and adjacent docks or piers.

Port officials say that the closures are expected to last “a few days,” but full reopening will depend on weather, safety inspections, and potential repairs. Anglers and boaters may need to redirect to other ramps or fishing sites in the region while these facilities remain inaccessible.

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