Best Places to Kayak Near Beaufort, SC

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

30 nearby18 Creeks10 Rivers1 Bay
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Top Picks Near Beaufort

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Port Royal Landing

Standout kayak fishing on Port Royal Sound

BayBeginner4 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Russ Point

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

InletBeginner13 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Paige Point

Just 10 miles from Beaufort — the closest quality launch

CreekBeginner10 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Beaufort Dock

South Carolina · 0.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

White Hall Landing

South Carolina · 1.1 mi

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Pigeon Point

South Carolina · 1.3 mi

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Port Royal Landing

South Carolina · 4.4 mi

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Parris Island

South Carolina · 4.7 mi

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green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Brickyard Landing

South Carolina · 4.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Swampy forest with calm water and reflections

Capers

South Carolina · 5.0 mi

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Water reflects lush green trees and blue sky.

Sams Point

South Carolina · 5.5 mi

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Wallace Landing

South Carolina · 5.6 mi

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Broad River Landing (Highway 170 Bridge)

South Carolina · 6.7 mi

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Eddings Point Landing

South Carolina · 7.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Swampy forest with calm water and reflections

Grays Hill Landing

South Carolina · 8.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Station Creek Landing

South Carolina · 8.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Paige Point

South Carolina · 9.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Water reflects lush green trees and blue sky.

Winbee Creek Landing

South Carolina · 10.0 mi

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aerial photography of mountain

Edgar C. Glenn Landing (Highway 170 Bridge)

South Carolina · 10.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water during daytime

Bolan Hall Landing

South Carolina · 10.5 mi

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green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Fields Point

South Carolina · 11.5 mi

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Butchers Island

South Carolina · 12.2 mi

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H.E. Trask Sr. Landing

South Carolina · 12.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Swampy forest with calm water and reflections

Tuten Landing

South Carolina · 13.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Russ Point

South Carolina · 13.3 mi

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Old Chehaw Landing

South Carolina · 14.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

US17 Steel Bridge - Combahee River

South Carolina · 15.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Bennetts Point

South Carolina · 15.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Swampy forest with calm water and reflections

C.C. Haigh Jr. Landing (Highway 278 Bridge - East)

South Carolina · 15.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Buckingham Landing (Highway 278 Bridge - West)

South Carolina · 15.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Dawson Landing

South Carolina · 16.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Broad Creek

South Carolina · 16.4 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Brickyard Ferry (Bridge)

South Carolina · 16.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Beaufort.

Ladys Island, SC2 miPort Royal, SC4 miSeabrook, SC8 miDale, SC9 miSaint Helena Island, SC9 miLobeco, SC9 miOkatie, SC13 miSheldon, SC14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Beaufort, SC?

Top picks near Beaufort include Port Royal Landing, Russ Point, Paige Point. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Beaufort?

Near Beaufort 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 Beaufort?

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