Best Places to Kayak Near Edward, NC

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

30 nearby15 Creeks11 Rivers2 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Edward

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Swan Quarter

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

BayBeginner32 mi away
man riding on kayak2

Rose Bay

Open-water sea kayaking access on Unnamed Canal (Rose Bay)

BayBeginner27 mi away
green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime3

Vandemere

Standout kayak fishing on Long Pond Creek

LakeBeginner15 mi away
a river running through a lush green forest

Aurora

North Carolina · 5.8 mi

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man riding on kayak

Blounts Creek

North Carolina · 7.5 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Dinah's Landing

North Carolina · 11.2 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Smiths Creek

North Carolina · 14.5 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cool Springs

North Carolina · 14.7 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Lees Landing

North Carolina · 15.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Vandemere

North Carolina · 15.4 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Bridgeton

North Carolina · 15.6 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Spring Garden

North Carolina · 16.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cow Pen Landing

North Carolina · 17.2 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Havens Garden

North Carolina · 17.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Wrights Creek

North Carolina · 17.4 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Union Point Boat ramp

North Carolina · 17.5 mi

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brown boat on water

Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 18.2 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Jack's Island @ Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 18.2 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Masons Landing

North Carolina · 20.2 mi

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

Belhaven

North Carolina · 20.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Brices Creek

North Carolina · 21.2 mi

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man riding on kayak

Oriental

North Carolina · 22.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Dawson Creek

North Carolina · 23.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Maple Cypress

North Carolina · 23.9 mi

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man riding on kayak

Rose Bay

North Carolina · 27.5 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Hancock Creek

North Carolina · 28.1 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Pollocksville

North Carolina · 28.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Slocum Creek

North Carolina · 30.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Greenville

North Carolina · 30.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

Grifton

North Carolina · 31.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Swan Quarter

North Carolina · 31.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Trenton

North Carolina · 31.7 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Lake Mattamuskeet Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 33.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Edward.

Aurora, NC5 miBlounts Creek, NC5 miErnul, NC11 miBath, NC12 miAlliance, NC13 miBayboro, NC14 miGrantsboro, NC14 miStonewall, NC15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Edward include Swan Quarter, Rose Bay, Vandemere. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Edward?

Near Edward 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 Edward?

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