Best Places to Kayak Near Garrison, MT

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

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Little Blackfoot

Montana · 2.3 mi

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Kohrs Bend

Montana · 7.8 mi

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Racetrack Pond FAS

Montana · 21.6 mi

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Spring Meadow Lake

Montana · 25.9 mi

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Turbulent water rapids churn with white froth.

Drummond

Montana · 26.0 mi

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Upper Prickly Pear

Montana · 30.6 mi

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A turquoise river flows through a lush canyon.

Cedar Meadow

Montana · 30.7 mi

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Brown's Lake

Montana · 32.1 mi

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Prickly Pear

Montana · 34.0 mi

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Lichen Cliff

Montana · 34.5 mi

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Lake Helena

Montana · 34.6 mi

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Causeway

Montana · 35.2 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Helena Valley Reservoir

Montana · 35.3 mi

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A river running through a lush green hillside

Harry Morgan

Montana · 36.3 mi

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Black Sandy

Montana · 36.7 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

River Junction

Montana · 37.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

York Bridge

Montana · 39.5 mi

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Bearmouth

Montana · 39.6 mi

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the bow of a boat on a lake with mountains in the background

Stuart Mill Bay

Montana · 41.5 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Bull Pasture

Montana · 41.7 mi

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A turquoise river flows through a lush canyon.

Wolf Creek Bridge

Montana · 42.2 mi

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Scotty Brown Bridge

Montana · 42.6 mi

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Yacht Basin Marina

Montana · 42.8 mi

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Monture Creek

Montana · 42.9 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Shannon

Montana · 43.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

China Cove

Montana · 43.4 mi

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Kim's Marina

Montana · 43.8 mi

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Three Stall

Montana · 44.3 mi

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Jo Bonner

Montana · 44.5 mi

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Russell Gates Memorial

Montana · 45.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Garrison, MT?

Top picks near Garrison include Brown's Lake, Helena Valley Reservoir, Stuart Mill Bay. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, reservoirs, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Garrison?

Near Garrison 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 Garrison?

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