Best Places to Kayak Near Del Norte, CO

21 public launch points within 50 miles of Del Norte, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

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Rio Grande River State Wildlife Area (Del Norte Fishing Easements)

Colorado · 6.1 mi

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green grass near body of water under blue sky during daytime

Deer Park Fishing Access

Colorado · 16.6 mi

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Beaver Creek Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 17.6 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by a forest

Coller State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 18.7 mi

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body of water near mountain under blue sky during daytime

Coller State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 20.3 mi

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Coller State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 21.5 mi

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a river flowing through a canyon surrounded by mountains

Big Meadows Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 26.3 mi

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a lake surrounded by hills

Alberta Park Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 26.9 mi

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A stream flows through a green, grassy area.

Trujillo Meadows State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 28.7 mi

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Creede State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 32.4 mi

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San Luis State Park

Colorado · 33.7 mi

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Upper Dome Lake State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 42.0 mi

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Coller State Wildlife Area-Trujillo Meadows

Colorado · 43.2 mi

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green grass near body of water under blue sky during daytime

Road Canyon Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 46.0 mi

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Brown Lakes State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 46.7 mi

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a river running through a canyon surrounded by rocks

Brown Lakes State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 47.1 mi

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Echo Canyon Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 47.3 mi

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Rito Hondo Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 47.7 mi

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a river running through a canyon surrounded by rocks

Smith Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 48.5 mi

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Smith Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 48.6 mi

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Williams Creek Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 49.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Del Norte, CO?

Top picks near Del Norte include Creede State Wildlife Area, Deer Park Fishing Access, San Luis State Park. In total there are 21 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Del Norte?

Near Del Norte 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 Del Norte?

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