Paddling in Delaware
Explore 98 kayak launches, boat ramps, and paddling destinations across Delaware.
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Holt Landing State Park
Delaware · ~3 mi from Millville
Mulberry Landing
Delaware · ~3 mi from Bethany Beach
Masseys Landing
Delaware · ~5 mi from Millville
Ft. Dupont
Delaware · ~0 mi from Delaware City
Broad Creek - Records Pond
Delaware · ~1 mi from Laurel
Broad Creek - Chipman Pond
Delaware · ~1 mi from Laurel
Lums Pond State Park
Delaware · ~2 mi from Kirkwood
Craigs Pond
Delaware · ~2 mi from Seaford
Abbotts Pond
Delaware · ~3 mi from Houston
Ingram Pond
Delaware · ~4 mi from Millsboro
Killens Pond
Delaware · ~4 mi from Felton
Trap Pond State Park
Delaware · ~5 mi from Laurel
Seaford Riverwalk
Delaware
City of Wilmington
Delaware · ~1 mi from Wilmington
Derby Pond
Delaware · ~1 mi from Woodside
Horsey Pond
Delaware · ~1 mi from Laurel
Tub Mill Pond
Delaware · ~1 mi from Milford
Moores Lake
Delaware · ~2 mi from Dover Afb
Concord Pond
Delaware · ~3 mi from Seaford
Mcginnis Pond
Delaware · ~3 mi from Magnolia
Phillips Landing
Delaware · ~3 mi from Bethel
Hearn Pond
Delaware · ~3 mi from Seaford
C&D Canal
Delaware
C&D Canal
Delaware
Becks Pond
Delaware · ~1 mi from Newark
Staves Landing
Delaware · ~4 mi from Odessa
Odessa
Delaware · ~1 mi from Odessa
Milford
Delaware · ~1 mi from Milford
Seaford
Delaware · ~1 mi from Seaford
Augustine Beach
Delaware · ~1 mi from Port Penn
Waggamons Pond
Delaware · ~1 mi from Milton
Blairs Pond
Delaware · ~1 mi from Houston
Town of Milton
Delaware · ~1 mi from Milton
Lebanon Landing
Delaware · ~1 mi from Dover Afb
Garrisons Lake
Delaware · ~2 mi from Cheswold
Haven Lake
Delaware · ~2 mi from Milford
Mud Mill Pond
Delaware · ~2 mi from Marydel
Griffith Lake
Delaware · ~2 mi from Milford
Millsboro Pond
Delaware · ~2 mi from Millsboro
Churchmans Road
Delaware · ~2 mi from New Castle
Rosedale Beach
Delaware · ~2 mi from Dagsboro
Town of Newport
Delaware · ~2 mi from New Castle
Scottons Landing
Delaware · ~3 mi from Dover Afb
Lewes
Delaware · ~3 mi from Nassau
Cedar Creek
Delaware · ~6 mi from Milford
Port Mahon
Delaware · ~3 mi from Little Creek
Delaware Seashore State Park
Delaware
Bowers Beach
Delaware · ~4 mi from Frederica
Woodland Beach
Delaware · ~7 mi from Smyrna
Coursey Pond
Delaware · ~4 mi from Frederica
Woodland Beach - Bayfront
Delaware · ~7 mi from Smyrna
Collins Beach
Delaware · ~8 mi from Smyrna
Records Pond
Delaware
Portsville Pond
Delaware
Raccoon Pond
Delaware
Lewes Boat Ramp
Delaware
McColley Pond
Delaware
Silver Lake (Milford)
Delaware
Water Street (Dover)
Delaware
Laurel River Park
Delaware
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I kayak in Delaware?
Delaware has 98 public kayak launch points listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, rivers, creeks, bays, canals.
Are there beginner-friendly paddling spots in Delaware?
Yes! Many of the 98 beginner-rated locations in Delaware offer calm waters and easy boat ramp access, making them perfect for new paddlers.
Do I need a permit to kayak in Delaware?
Permit requirements vary by location. Most public boat ramps in Delaware are free to access, though some state parks may charge an entrance or parking fee. Check individual location details for specific requirements.