Best Places to Kayak Near Deer Isle, ME

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

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Top Picks Near Deer Isle

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Bass Harbor

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

BayBeginner14 mi away
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Carvers Harbor

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner16 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background3

Patten Bay

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

BayBeginner19 mi away
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Eggemoggin Reach

Maine · 4.6 mi

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Fish Pier Road

Maine · 5.6 mi

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Boat Services

Maine · 5.6 mi

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Walker Pond

Maine · 7.0 mi

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First Pond

Maine · 8.8 mi

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Blue Hill Bay

Maine · 9.6 mi

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Mackerel Cove

Maine · 11.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Bagaduce River

Maine · 11.7 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Penobscot Bay

Maine · 12.0 mi

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Burnt Coat Harbor (Bonatti)

Maine · 12.1 mi

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Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Seal Cove

Maine · 12.2 mi

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Mount Desert Narrows

Maine · 12.7 mi

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Bartlett Narrows

Maine · 13.6 mi

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Bass Harbor

Maine · 14.5 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Gilkeys Harbor

Maine · 15.1 mi

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Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Northern Bay

Maine · 15.5 mi

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Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Carvers Harbor

Maine · 16.2 mi

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Long Pond

Maine · 16.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

McHeard Brook

Maine · 16.6 mi

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Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Southwest Harbor

Maine · 16.7 mi

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Pierce Pond

Maine · 17.5 mi

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West Penobscot Bay

Maine · 18.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Penobscot River

Maine · 18.4 mi

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Stockton Harbor

Maine · 19.3 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Patten Bay

Maine · 19.3 mi

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Searsport Harbor

Maine · 20.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Lower Patten Pond

Maine · 21.2 mi

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Rockport Harbor

Maine · 21.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Sandy Point Flowage

Maine · 21.6 mi

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Megunticook Lake (Route 52)

Maine · 22.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Deer Isle.

Sunset, ME3 miStonington, ME4 miBrooklin, ME5 miLittle Deer Isle, ME5 miSedgwick, ME7 miSargentville, ME8 miHarborside, ME11 miBrooksville, ME11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Deer Isle, ME?

Top picks near Deer Isle include Bass Harbor, Carvers Harbor, Patten Bay. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Deer Isle?

Near Deer Isle 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 Deer Isle?

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