Best Places to Kayak Near Frenchtown, NJ

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

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Top Picks Near Frenchtown

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D&R Canal State Park - Byram

Just 7 miles from Frenchtown — the closest quality launch

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Kingwood

A top-rated river launch on Delaware River

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D&R Canal State Park - Bull’s Island

A top-rated river launch on Delaware River

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Kingwood

New Jersey · 1.7 mi

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Tinicum Park

Pennsylvania · 2.1 mi

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Upper Black Eddy

Pennsylvania · 4.7 mi

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D&R Canal State Park - Byram

New Jersey · 7.3 mi

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D&R Canal State Park - Bull’s Island

New Jersey · 7.7 mi

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Haycock

Pennsylvania · 8.7 mi

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Riegelsville

New Jersey · 9.5 mi

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Tohickon

Pennsylvania · 9.8 mi

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Main Marina

Pennsylvania · 10.7 mi

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D&R Canal State Park - Lambertville

New Jersey · 12.0 mi

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D&R Canal State Park - Firemen’s Eddy

New Jersey · 13.2 mi

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Three Mile Run

Pennsylvania · 13.7 mi

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Easton Launch - Scott Park

Pennsylvania · 14.8 mi

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Phillipsburg

New Jersey · 14.9 mi

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Route 33

Pennsylvania · 15.2 mi

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Peace Valley Park

Pennsylvania · 16.3 mi

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Sandts Eddy

Pennsylvania · 18.3 mi

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Martins Creek

Pennsylvania · 19.1 mi

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Sand Island

Pennsylvania · 19.7 mi

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Pennsylvania Power and Light

Pennsylvania · 19.8 mi

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Yardley

Pennsylvania · 20.9 mi

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Belvidere

New Jersey · 21.4 mi

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Canal Park

Pennsylvania · 22.4 mi

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Core Creek Park

Pennsylvania · 22.4 mi

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Core Creek Park

Pennsylvania · 23.0 mi

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Kimmett's Lock

Pennsylvania · 23.5 mi

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Driftstone Camping

Pennsylvania · 24.4 mi

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ALBERT PONDS KAYAK CANOE LAUNCH

Pennsylvania · 24.5 mi

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East Bangor Lake

Pennsylvania · 26.4 mi

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Capital City, Trenton

New Jersey · 27.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Frenchtown.

Baptistown, NJ1 miErwinna, PA3 miUpper Black Eddy, PA5 miQuakertown, NJ6 miMilford, NJ6 miLittle York, NJ7 miPittstown, NJ7 miRevere, PA7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Frenchtown, NJ?

Top picks near Frenchtown include D&R Canal State Park - Byram, Kingwood, D&R Canal State Park - Bull’s Island. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Frenchtown?

Near Frenchtown 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 Frenchtown?

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