Best Places to Kayak Near Canyon Country, CA

29 public launch points within 50 miles of Canyon Country, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

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Top Picks Near Canyon Country

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Channel Island Landing

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

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Long Beach Marine Bureau (South Shore)

Open-water sea kayaking access on Queensway Bay

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Long Beach Marine Bureau (Davies)

A top-rated bay launch on Alamitos Bay

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CSU Aquatic Center at Castiac Lake

California · 10.4 mi

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Castaic Lake Overlook

California · 10.4 mi

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Castaic Lake State Recreation Area (Lagoon)

California · 10.4 mi

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Castaic Lake State Recreation Area (East)

California · 10.7 mi

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CSU Northridge Aquatic Center

California · 10.9 mi

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Castaic Lake State Recreation Area (West)

California · 12.0 mi

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Elizabeth Lake

California · 16.9 mi

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Lake Piru Marina (Lake Piru Concessions)

California · 17.9 mi

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Lake Piru Recreation Area

California · 18.0 mi

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Pyramid Lake Vaquero

California · 24.3 mi

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Little Rock Reservoir

California · 24.5 mi

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Pyramid Lake (Emigrant Landing)

California · 25.8 mi

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Pyramid Lake Great House

California · 25.8 mi

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Dolphin Marina

California · 31.0 mi

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Marina Del Rey

California · 31.0 mi

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Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area

California · 35.8 mi

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Puddingstone Lake (Frank G Bonelli Regional Park)

California · 43.9 mi

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Cerritos Yacht Anchorage

California · 47.1 mi

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Lighthouse Yacht Landing

California · 47.1 mi

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Brite Valley Recreation Ara

California · 47.2 mi

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Channel Island Landing

California · 47.7 mi

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Ventura Harbor

California · 48.0 mi

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Long Beach Marine Bureau (South Shore)

California · 48.2 mi

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Al Larson Marina

California · 48.9 mi

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Fish Harbor

California · 48.9 mi

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Long Beach Marine Bureau (Granada Ramp)

California · 49.6 mi

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Long Beach Marine Bureau (Marine Stadium)

California · 49.7 mi

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Long Beach Marine Bureau (Claremont Ramp)

California · 49.8 mi

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Long Beach Marine Bureau (Davies)

California · 50.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Canyon Country.

Santa Clarita, CA3 miValencia, CA5 miNewhall, CA5 miStevenson Ranch, CA8 miSylmar, CA8 miSan Fernando, CA10 miGranada Hills, CA11 miCastaic, CA11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Canyon Country, CA?

Top picks near Canyon Country include Channel Island Landing, Long Beach Marine Bureau (South Shore), Long Beach Marine Bureau (Davies). In total there are 29 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Canyon Country?

Near Canyon Country 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 Canyon Country?

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