Best Places to Kayak Near Edenton, NC

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

30 nearby21 Rivers7 Creeks1 Bay
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Top Picks Near Edenton

man surfing on sea waves during daytime1

Midway Drive

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

BayBeginner6 mi away
a large field of green plants next to a river2

Columbia

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

CanalBeginner23 mi away
a body of water with trees around it3

Sawyers Creek

A top-rated creek launch on Sawyer'S Creek

CreekBeginner30 mi away
man riding on kayak

Boat Ramp at Pembroke Creek

North Carolina · 2.3 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Edenhouse Bridge

North Carolina · 4.2 mi

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man surfing on sea waves during daytime

Midway Drive

North Carolina · 6.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Punch Road Boat Ramp on Periquimmans River

North Carolina · 11.1 mi

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brown boat on water

Hertford

North Carolina · 11.3 mi

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

Snug Harbor Boat Ramp on the Yeopim River

North Carolina · 11.4 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Cannons Ferry

North Carolina · 12.5 mi

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man riding on kayak

HWY 37 & Belvidere Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 13.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Plymouth

North Carolina · 13.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Conaby Creek

North Carolina · 14.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Sans Souci Ferry

North Carolina · 16.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Choanoke Shores Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 16.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Water Street Landing

North Carolina · 17.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Perquimans

North Carolina · 17.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Harrellsville

North Carolina · 18.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Windsor

North Carolina · 19.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A person standing on a paddle board in the water

County Line Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 19.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown boat on water

Gatesville

North Carolina · 20.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Creswell

North Carolina · 20.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Halls Creek

North Carolina · 21.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large field of green plants next to a river

Columbia

North Carolina · 22.7 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Astoria Landing

North Carolina · 24.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Tunis

North Carolina · 24.9 mi

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

Sawmill Park

North Carolina · 26.3 mi

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

Waterfront Park

North Carolina · 26.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

HWY 13 Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 27.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown boat on water

Shoups Landing

North Carolina · 27.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

Big Flatty

North Carolina · 27.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Williamston

North Carolina · 28.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Sawyers Creek

North Carolina · 29.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Edenton.

Merry Hill, NC9 miTyner, NC11 miDurants Neck, NC11 miWinfall, NC13 miHertford, NC13 miRoper, NC13 miColerain, NC15 miBelvidere, NC16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Edenton, NC?

Top picks near Edenton include Midway Drive, Columbia, Sawyers Creek. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Edenton?

Near Edenton 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 Edenton?

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