Best Places to Kayak Near Chesterfield, SC

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

30 nearby14 Lakes11 Rivers4 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Chesterfield

green trees beside body of water during daytime1

Sewanee Street

Standout kayak fishing on Lake Wallace

LakeBeginner24 mi away
Calm lake surrounded by autumn trees under a clear sky2

Sonovista Park

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

LakeBeginner24 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk3

Fishing Area

A top-rated lake launch on Lake Wallace

LakeBeginner25 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Pool L

South Carolina · 9.7 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Mays Lake

South Carolina · 11.3 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by autumn trees under a clear sky

Laney

South Carolina · 12.7 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Pool D

South Carolina · 13.5 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Diggs

North Carolina · 15.6 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Lake Robinson

South Carolina · 18.4 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Rockingham

North Carolina · 19.8 mi

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a river with trees on the side

New Society Hill (Highway 15/401 Bridge)

South Carolina · 20.5 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Pee Dee

North Carolina · 21.4 mi

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brown boat on water

Blewetts Grave

North Carolina · 21.9 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by autumn trees under a clear sky

Sonovista Park

South Carolina · 23.5 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Sewanee Street

South Carolina · 24.3 mi

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

Lower Impoundment

South Carolina · 24.8 mi

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

Fishing Area

South Carolina · 24.9 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Red Hill

North Carolina · 25.3 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Grassy Island

North Carolina · 25.8 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Blues (Hunts Bluff)

South Carolina · 26.8 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Clarks Creek

North Carolina · 32.8 mi

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aerial photography of boats at river with trees

Sunrise Lake

South Carolina · 33.7 mi

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

Highway 15 Bridge

South Carolina · 33.7 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Cashua Ferry (Highway 34 Bridge)

South Carolina · 34.4 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Lillys Bridge

North Carolina · 34.8 mi

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

Whipples Landing

South Carolina · 34.9 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Norwood

North Carolina · 35.8 mi

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green trees near body of water during daytime

Dargans Pond

South Carolina · 36.6 mi

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

William L. Catoe

South Carolina · 37.5 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Stony Mountain

North Carolina · 39.0 mi

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A river with rocks in it surrounded by trees

Highway 327 Bridge

South Carolina · 39.6 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Swift Island

North Carolina · 40.0 mi

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brown boat on water

Troy

North Carolina · 41.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Chesterfield.

Ruby, SC5 miMount Croghan, SC8 miMc Farlan, NC9 miMorven, NC10 miCheraw, SC11 miPatrick, SC12 miJefferson, SC16 miWallace, SC17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Chesterfield include Sewanee Street, Sonovista Park, Fishing Area. 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 Chesterfield?

Near Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield?

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