Best Places to Kayak Near Bear Mountain, NY

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

30 nearby15 Lakes11 Rivers2 Oceans
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Riverfront Green Park

New York · 3.6 mi

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Lents Cove Park

New York · 3.7 mi

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Veterans Park

New York · 4.5 mi

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George's Island County Park

New York · 5.7 mi

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Hudson River

New York · 6.7 mi

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Hudson River

New York · 13.2 mi

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White Pond

New York · 19.2 mi

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Mamanasco Lake

Connecticut · 24.6 mi

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Hudson River

New York · 24.7 mi

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Pierrepont Lake Boat Launch

Connecticut · 25.3 mi

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Henry Hudson Dr Marina, Alpine Borough

New Jersey · 25.3 mi

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Riverside Way Boat Launch, River Edge Borough

New Jersey · 26.2 mi

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Lake Kenosia

Connecticut · 26.4 mi

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Ball Pond

Connecticut · 26.7 mi

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Marina

Connecticut · 28.2 mi

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Henry Hudson Dr Marina, Englewood Cliffs Borough

New Jersey · 29.5 mi

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Henry Hudson Dr Marina, Englewood Cliffs Borough

New Jersey · 29.8 mi

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Henry Hudson Dr Marina, Englewood Cliffs Borough

New Jersey · 29.8 mi

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Shoelace (Bronx River Parkway)

New York · 29.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Campbell Sports Center/Muscota Marsh

New York · 30.2 mi

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Fort Knox

New York · 30.4 mi

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Inwood Hill Park

New York · 30.4 mi

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Squantz Pond

Connecticut · 30.6 mi

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Candlewood Lake (Squantz Cove)

Connecticut · 30.7 mi

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Candlewood Lake (Lattins Cove)

Connecticut · 30.9 mi

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Kazimiroff Boulevard at Bronx River Parkway

New York · 31.0 mi

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Sherman Creek Park

New York · 31.1 mi

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Marina

Connecticut · 31.3 mi

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Roberto Clemente State Park

New York · 31.5 mi

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Hazzard's Ramp/Palisades Interstate Park, Englewood Cliffs

New Jersey · 31.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Bear Mountain, NY?

Top picks near Bear Mountain include Ball Pond, Mamanasco Lake, Candlewood Lake (Lattins Cove). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, oceans.

What types of paddling can I do near Bear Mountain?

Near Bear Mountain 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 Bear Mountain?

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