Best Places to Kayak Near Cedar Falls, NC

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

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← All paddling in North Carolina
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

WORTHVILLE ROAD

North Carolina · 4.2 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Unnamed Ramp

North Carolina · 22.6 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Lake Mackintosh Marina

North Carolina · 22.8 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Circle Drive

North Carolina · 27.0 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Lakemont

North Carolina · 27.3 mi

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

NC HWY 109

North Carolina · 27.3 mi

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Buddle Creek Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 28.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Arrowhead

North Carolina · 29.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Gar Creek Boat Launch

North Carolina · 29.2 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Bringle Ferry

North Carolina · 30.0 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Old Whitney

North Carolina · 30.0 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Deep River Park

North Carolina · 30.2 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Flat Creek

North Carolina · 30.4 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Southmount Abbotts Creek Boat Access

North Carolina · 30.5 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Tuckertown Reservoir Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 31.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Morrow Mountain Boat Launch

North Carolina · 31.7 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Badin Lake Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 32.1 mi

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Troy

North Carolina · 32.7 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Dutch Second

North Carolina · 33.8 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Robeson Creek Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 35.6 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Swift Island

North Carolina · 36.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Poe's Ridge Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 37.0 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

York Hill Yadkin River Access

North Carolina · 37.0 mi

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North Carolina · 37.3 mi

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Stony Mountain

North Carolina · 37.8 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Piney Bluff

North Carolina · 38.6 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Vista Point Boat Launch

North Carolina · 38.6 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

New Hope Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 38.7 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Seaforth Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 39.1 mi

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Jordan Lake Ebenezer Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 40.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Cedar Falls, NC?

Top picks near Cedar Falls include Badin Lake Boat Ramp, Poe's Ridge Boat Ramp, Southmount Abbotts Creek Boat Access. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Cedar Falls?

Near Cedar Falls 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 Cedar Falls?

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