Best Places to Kayak Near Great Bend, PA

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

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Top Picks Near Great Bend

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Long Pond

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Whitney Point Reservoir

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

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Duck Harbor

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

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Great Bend Twp/Hallstead

Pennsylvania · 1.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Great Bend

Pennsylvania · 3.9 mi

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Oakland Access

Pennsylvania · 6.8 mi

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Quaker Lake

Pennsylvania · 10.1 mi

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Susquehanna River

New York · 16.4 mi

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Belmont Lake

Pennsylvania · 20.3 mi

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Balls Eddy

Pennsylvania · 20.5 mi

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Susquehanna River

New York · 22.0 mi

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Stillwater Lake

Pennsylvania · 22.8 mi

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Shehawken

Pennsylvania · 23.0 mi

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Buckingham

Pennsylvania · 25.3 mi

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Miller Pond

Pennsylvania · 26.4 mi

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Cook's Pond

Pennsylvania · 26.7 mi

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Upper Woods Pond

Pennsylvania · 27.7 mi

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Bullhead Bay

Pennsylvania · 27.8 mi

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Stevens Lake

Pennsylvania · 28.3 mi

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Whitney Point Reservoir

New York · 28.6 mi

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Warming Hut

Pennsylvania · 28.6 mi

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Merli-Sarnoski

Pennsylvania · 28.6 mi

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Frank's Marina

Pennsylvania · 28.7 mi

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Lower Woods Pond Launch Ramp Replacment

Pennsylvania · 29.0 mi

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South Shore

Pennsylvania · 29.3 mi

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Lake Alden - Long Pond

Pennsylvania · 29.3 mi

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White Oak Pond

Pennsylvania · 29.4 mi

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Meshoppen

Pennsylvania · 29.9 mi

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LACKAWANNA RIVER HERITAGE TRAIL CARBONDALE CANOE KAYAK LAUNCH

Pennsylvania · 30.2 mi

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Duck Harbor

Pennsylvania · 31.0 mi

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Whitney Point Reservoir

New York · 31.2 mi

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Long Pond

New York · 31.3 mi

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738 MYO BEACH RD

Pennsylvania · 31.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Great Bend.

Hallstead, PA3 miCorbettsville, NY4 miConklin, NY6 miKirkwood, NY7 miWindsor, NY7 miLanesboro, PA8 miNew Milford, PA8 miSusquehanna, PA8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Great Bend, PA?

Top picks near Great Bend include Long Pond, Whitney Point Reservoir, Duck Harbor. 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 Great Bend?

Near Great Bend 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 Great Bend?

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