Best Places to Kayak Near Fayetteville, GA

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

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Top Picks Near Fayetteville

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Paces Mill

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner29 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Powers Island

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner31 mi away
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Indian Springs State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Big Sandy Creek - Chief McIntosh Lake

LakeBeginner34 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and dirt

J. W. Smith Reservoir

Georgia · 5.3 mi

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Lake Kedron

Georgia · 6.4 mi

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Lake Horton Park

Georgia · 8.8 mi

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Shamrock Reservoir

Georgia · 9.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Blalock Reservoir

Georgia · 11.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and dirt

Heads Creek Reservoir

Georgia · 12.6 mi

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Campellton Road (SR166/154)

Georgia · 19.5 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area

Georgia · 22.7 mi

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a house on a lake surrounded by trees

Sweetwater Creek State Park

Georgia · 23.7 mi

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

Paces Mill

Georgia · 29.0 mi

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Paces Mill

Georgia · 29.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Barnesville Reservoir

Georgia · 30.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

High Falls State Park Lake (Buck Creek)

Georgia · 30.7 mi

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Stone Mountain Lake

Georgia · 30.8 mi

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

Powers Island

Georgia · 31.0 mi

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High Falls State Park Lake

Georgia · 31.6 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Chattachoochee Bend State Park

Georgia · 31.7 mi

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Hollingsworth Ferry

Georgia · 33.1 mi

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Indian Springs State Park

Georgia · 33.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Lake Meriwether Park

Georgia · 34.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Johnson Ferry

Georgia · 34.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Lake Carroll

Georgia · 35.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Morgan Falls Park

Georgia · 36.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Black Shoals Park

Georgia · 36.4 mi

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a tent on a lake

Lloyd Shoals Park

Georgia · 36.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

LLoyd Shoals Dam

Georgia · 37.1 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Garrard Landing Park

Georgia · 38.1 mi

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Island Ford

Georgia · 38.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Bull Sluice Lake

Georgia · 38.7 mi

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a tent on a lake

Snake Creek Access

Georgia · 39.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Fayetteville.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Fayetteville include Paces Mill, Powers Island, Indian Springs State 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 Fayetteville?

Near Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?

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