Best Places to Kayak Near Brethren, MI

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

30 nearby17 Lakes13 Rivers
← All paddling in Michigan
a large body of water surrounded by trees

High Bridge

Michigan · 2.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake under white sky during daytime

Blacksmith Bayou

Michigan · 3.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
body of water near green trees during daytime

Tippy Dam Tailwaters

Michigan · 3.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Tippy Dam

Michigan · 3.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
body of water near green trees during daytime

Bear Creek

Michigan · 5.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake under white sky during daytime

Red Bridge

Michigan · 6.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Donner Lake

Michigan · 7.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of road between trees

Manistee River

Michigan · 7.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Healy Lake State Forest Campground

Michigan · 9.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Healy Lake

Michigan · 9.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Nine Mile Bridge

Michigan · 10.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Onekama Village Park

Michigan · 11.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Harper Lake

Michigan · 11.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Fox Bridge

Michigan · 12.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Bear Lake

Michigan · 13.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Portage Lake North Pierhead Lighthouse

Michigan · 13.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Glovers Lake

Michigan · 13.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Hoags Lake

Michigan · 14.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Kurick Road

Michigan · 14.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Indian Bridge

Michigan · 14.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

2nd Avenue

Michigan · 15.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Big Bass Lake

Michigan · 15.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Penny Park

Michigan · 15.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Insta Launch Campground and Marina

Michigan · 15.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and gray canoe beside gray wooden dock surrounded by body of water at daytime

Sengs Marina

Michigan · 15.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Arthur Street

Michigan · 16.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Spencer Bridge

Michigan · 16.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Canfield Lake

Michigan · 17.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Douglas Park

Michigan · 17.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Gunn Lake

Michigan · 17.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Brethren, MI?

Top picks near Brethren include Onekama Village Park, 2nd Avenue, Penny Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Brethren?

Near Brethren 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 Brethren?

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