Best Places to Kayak Near Atlantic City, NJ

30 public launch points within 50 miles of Atlantic City, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

30 nearby11 Creeks10 Bays5 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Atlantic City

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background1

Bayview Drive, Strathmere

Standout kayak fishing on Corson Inlet/Strathmere Bay

BayBeginner17 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

Ocean City Municipal

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

BayBeginner11 mi away
white and blue boat on water during daytime3

Somers Point Municipal, J.F. Kennedy Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Great Egg Harbor Bay

BayBeginner10 mi away
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Atlantic City Municipal

New Jersey · 1.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Ventnor Municipal

New Jersey · 3.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Brigantine Municipal

New Jersey · 4.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A boat speeds across the blue water.

Pleasantville Municipal

New Jersey · 4.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Absecon Municipal

New Jersey · 5.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Hackney's Boat Yard, Northfield

New Jersey · 5.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Linwood Municipal

New Jersey · 7.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Scott's Landing/Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge

New Jersey · 8.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and blue boat on water during daytime

Somers Point Municipal, J.F. Kennedy Park

New Jersey · 10.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Mott's Creek Inn

New Jersey · 10.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Ocean City Municipal

New Jersey · 11.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Nacote Creek Marina

New Jersey · 11.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Chestnut Neck Boat Yard, Port Republic

New Jersey · 12.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Captain Mike's Boats

New Jersey · 13.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Rand's Boats

New Jersey · 13.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man in black jacket riding yellow and white personal watercraft on water during daytime

English Creek Marina

New Jersey · 13.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Munro's Marina Inc.

New Jersey · 14.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

First Bridge Marina

New Jersey · 14.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
white and orange boat on dock during daytime

Meadowview Marina, Mays Landing

New Jersey · 14.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Corson's Inlet State Park, Ocean City

New Jersey · 15.5 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Sheltered Cove Marina

New Jersey · 15.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a red building sitting on top of a river

Tuckerton Marine Service Station

New Jersey · 16.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Skinner's Marina, Tuckerton

New Jersey · 16.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

a marina

New Jersey · 16.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

a marina

New Jersey · 16.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Mays Landing Marina

New Jersey · 16.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Bayview Drive, Strathmere

New Jersey · 17.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a red building sitting on top of a river

Boat at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · 17.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Cavileer's Clam House, Lower Bank

New Jersey · 17.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Beach Haven Municipal

New Jersey · 17.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Atlantic City.

Ventnor City, NJ3 miBrigantine, NJ4 miMargate City, NJ5 miNorthfield, NJ7 miPleasantville, NJ7 miLongport, NJ7 miOceanville, NJ7 miAbsecon, NJ8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Atlantic City, NJ?

Top picks near Atlantic City include Bayview Drive, Strathmere, Ocean City Municipal, Somers Point Municipal, J.F. Kennedy Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, bays, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Atlantic City?

Near Atlantic City you'll find opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Most locations offer beginner-friendly conditions with public boat ramp access.

Are there free kayak launches near Atlantic City?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Atlantic City are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.