Best Places to Kayak Near Fishers Island, NY

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

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Top Picks Near Fishers Island

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Bayberry Lane

Open-water sea kayaking access on Atlantic Ocean/Long Island Sound

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Dock Road

Just 7 miles from Fishers Island — the closest quality launch

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Barn Island

A top-rated ocean launch on Atlantic Ocean/Long Island Sound

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Marina

Connecticut · 4.3 mi

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Bayberry Lane

Connecticut · 4.4 mi

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Bluff Point Boat Launch

Connecticut · 5.1 mi

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Dock Road

Connecticut · 7.4 mi

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Thames River (Kenneth Streeter)

Connecticut · 7.7 mi

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Thames River

Connecticut · 7.9 mi

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Mystic River Boat Launch

Connecticut · 8.1 mi

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Barn Island

Connecticut · 9.0 mi

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Niantic River

Connecticut · 9.3 mi

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Harbor Hill Marina

Connecticut · 9.7 mi

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Greenhaven Marina

Connecticut · 10.3 mi

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Dodge Pond

Connecticut · 10.5 mi

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Lotteryville Marina

Rhode Island · 10.6 mi

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Grays Boatyard

Rhode Island · 10.9 mi

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Gorton Pond

Connecticut · 11.3 mi

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Westerley Municipal

Rhode Island · 12.3 mi

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Four Mile River

Connecticut · 12.4 mi

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Pattagansett Lake

Connecticut · 13.2 mi

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Long Pond

Connecticut · 13.4 mi

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Stoddard Hill Boat Launch

Connecticut · 13.7 mi

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Lantern Hill

Connecticut · 13.9 mi

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Chapman Pond

Rhode Island · 13.9 mi

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Powers Lake

Connecticut · 15.3 mi

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Rogers Lake

Connecticut · 15.9 mi

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Great Island

Connecticut · 16.0 mi

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Lake of Isles

Connecticut · 16.0 mi

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Avery Pond

Connecticut · 16.1 mi

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Quonochontaug Breachway

Rhode Island · 16.1 mi

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Fort Pond

New York · 16.2 mi

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Lieutenant River

Connecticut · 16.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Fishers Island.

Groton, CT7 miWest Mystic, CT7 miMystic, CT7 miNew London, CT8 miWaterford, CT9 miStonington, CT9 miOld Mystic, CT9 miNiantic, CT11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Fishers Island, NY?

Top picks near Fishers Island include Bayberry Lane, Dock Road, Barn Island. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, oceans.

What types of paddling can I do near Fishers Island?

Near Fishers Island 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 Fishers Island?

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