Best Places to Kayak Near Dawson, GA

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

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Wallace Bins (SR118)

Georgia · 10.6 mi

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Bottsford (SR45)

Georgia · 13.4 mi

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Sutton's Landing Park

Georgia · 18.9 mi

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Cox Landing Park

Georgia · 20.8 mi

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

Turner Landing Park

Georgia · 23.9 mi

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

Marine Corps Ditch

Georgia · 24.2 mi

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Georgia · 25.3 mi

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Punks Landing

Georgia · 29.3 mi

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Lakeshore Marina

Georgia · 32.7 mi

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Newton (SR37 Bridge)

Georgia · 32.8 mi

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Georgia Veterans State Park (Middle)

Georgia · 33.4 mi

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Georgia Veterans State Park (South)

Georgia · 33.4 mi

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Georgia Veterans State Park (North)

Georgia · 33.9 mi

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Camper's Haven Marina

Georgia · 34.0 mi

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Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Lake Yohola

Georgia · 35.1 mi

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Reeves Landing

Georgia · 35.2 mi

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Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Kolomoki Lake

Georgia · 35.5 mi

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Cotton Hill Campground

Georgia · 36.5 mi

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

Cotton Hill Public Use

Georgia · 36.9 mi

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Pataula Creek Park

Georgia · 37.4 mi

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Franklin Landing

Alabama · 37.8 mi

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

Sandy Branch

Georgia · 37.9 mi

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

Rood Creek Landing

Georgia · 38.8 mi

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Highland Park

Alabama · 39.6 mi

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Hardridge Creek Day Use

Alabama · 39.8 mi

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River Bluff

Georgia · 39.8 mi

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Lake Walter F. Georgia Wildlife Management Area Cool Branch

Georgia · 40.0 mi

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Old Creek Town Park

Alabama · 40.8 mi

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Florence Marina State Park

Georgia · 41.2 mi

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White Oak Creek Day Use

Alabama · 41.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Dawson, GA?

Top picks near Dawson include Highland Park, Hardridge Creek Day Use, Old Creek Town Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Dawson?

Near Dawson 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 Dawson?

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