Best Places to Kayak Near Beals, ME

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

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Top Picks Near Beals

green trees on mountain beside sea during daytime1

Alley Bay

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

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A large body of water with a small island in the distance2

Chandler Bay

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

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a person in a boat in the ocean3

Bucks Harbor

Just 14 miles from Beals — the closest quality launch

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green trees on mountain beside sea during daytime

Alley Bay

Maine · 0.8 mi

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A large body of water with a small island in the distance

Chandler Bay

Maine · 1.4 mi

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A view of a rocky shore with a lighthouse in the distance

Eastern Harbor

Maine · 5.9 mi

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a small boat floating on top of a body of water

Pleasant River

Maine · 10.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Ripley Cove

Maine · 10.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 11.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 11.7 mi

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A river surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky

Narraguagus River

Maine · 13.6 mi

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a person in a boat in the ocean

Bucks Harbor

Maine · 14.3 mi

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

Pigeon Hill Bay

Maine · 14.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 14.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Machias River

Maine · 16.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 17.3 mi

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a small boat floating on top of a lake

Narraguagus River

Maine · 17.7 mi

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Floating dock on a misty lake at sunrise

Six Mile Lake

Maine · 17.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

East Machias River

Maine · 19.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Schoodic Brook

Maine · 20.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Hadley Lake

Maine · 20.6 mi

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Floating dock on a misty lake at sunrise

Gardner Lake

Maine · 20.7 mi

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Sun setting over a calm lake with mountains.

Long Pond

Maine · 21.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 22.0 mi

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A boat floating on top of a lake next to a forest

Spring River Lake

Maine · 22.4 mi

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white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Bog Lake

Maine · 22.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Tunk Lake

Maine · 23.3 mi

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a small plane is traveling across the water

Indian Lake

Maine · 23.4 mi

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Floating dock on a misty lake at sunrise

Jones Pond

Maine · 23.6 mi

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Sun setting over a calm lake with mountains.

Rocky Lake

Maine · 23.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Second Lake

Maine · 24.0 mi

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A boat floating on top of a lake next to a forest

Rocky Lake

Maine · 24.4 mi

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white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Rocky Lake

Maine · 25.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Beals.

Jonesport, ME3 miAddison, ME7 miJonesboro, ME10 miHarrington, ME12 miColumbia Falls, ME13 miMilbridge, ME14 miMachiasport, ME15 miMachias, ME16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Beals, ME?

Top picks near Beals include Alley Bay, Chandler Bay, Bucks Harbor. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Beals?

Near Beals 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 Beals?

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