Best Places to Kayak Near Dauphin, PA

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

30 nearby18 Rivers8 Lakes4 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Dauphin

a row of canoes sitting next to a dock1

Access #2

Standout kayak fishing on Little Buffalo Lake

LakeBeginner14 mi away
a body of water with trees around it2

Middle Road

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

LakeBeginner18 mi away
a dock on a lake3

Lower Road

A top-rated lake launch on Memorial Lake

LakeBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Heritage Park Marysville Borough

Pennsylvania · 2.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Hunter

Pennsylvania · 3.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

FISHING CREEK AND SUSQUEHANNA RIVER

Pennsylvania · 3.0 mi

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a bridge over a river with a building in the background

Marysville Boro Schrauder Park

Pennsylvania · 3.7 mi

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river and green trees

Riverfront Campground and Rent-a-Boat

Pennsylvania · 4.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Amity Hall

Pennsylvania · 5.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Clemson Island

Pennsylvania · 5.7 mi

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a river surrounded by lush green trees in the middle of a forest

Halifax Boro

Pennsylvania · 5.7 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

West Fairview

Pennsylvania · 7.8 mi

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a river surrounded by lush green trees in the middle of a forest

Montgomery Ferry

Pennsylvania · 8.6 mi

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aerial photography of body of water between trees

City Island Marina

Pennsylvania · 8.9 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Locust Street

Pennsylvania · 9.2 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

CONODOGUINET YOUTH PARK BOAT LAUNCH

Pennsylvania · 9.2 mi

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red kayak on sea during daytime

City Island

Pennsylvania · 9.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

SROUJI PK

Pennsylvania · 10.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Howe Township Park

Pennsylvania · 11.6 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

NEW CUMBERLAND BOROUGH PARK BOAT LAUNCH

Pennsylvania · 12.0 mi

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river and green trees

New Market

Pennsylvania · 12.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Boat Ramp - DEP case no. 356946

Pennsylvania · 12.4 mi

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aerial photography of body of water between trees

Liverpool

Pennsylvania · 13.8 mi

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a row of canoes sitting next to a dock

Access #2

Pennsylvania · 13.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Boathouse Park

Pennsylvania · 14.8 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

FULLING MILL RD BOAT LAUNCH

Pennsylvania · 15.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenwood Access Area

Pennsylvania · 15.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Letort Falls Park

Pennsylvania · 15.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Sweigarts Island SGL 258

Pennsylvania · 15.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Middletown

Pennsylvania · 17.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a dock on a lake

Lower Road

Pennsylvania · 17.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Middle Road

Pennsylvania · 17.7 mi

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red kayak on sea during daytime

Canal Lock

Pennsylvania · 18.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Dauphin.

Marysville, PA4 miSummerdale, PA5 miNew Buffalo, PA5 miEnola, PA6 miDuncannon, PA6 miHalifax, PA7 miHarrisburg, PA9 miLemoyne, PA10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Dauphin, PA?

Top picks near Dauphin include Access #2, Middle Road, Lower Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Dauphin?

Near Dauphin 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 Dauphin?

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