Best Places to Kayak Near Hampstead, NC

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

30 nearby12 Rivers6 Lakes6 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Hampstead

man surfing on sea waves during daytime1

Surf City

Standout kayak fishing on Topsail Sound

BayBeginner7 mi away
A person standing on a paddle board in the water2

Hampstead

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

BayBeginner3 mi away
a small boat sitting on top of a body of water3

Paved Boat Ramp - Figure Eight Island

Open-water sea kayaking access on Middle Sound

BayBeginner10 mi away
A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Hampstead

North Carolina · 3.5 mi

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man surfing on sea waves during daytime

Surf City

North Carolina · 7.0 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Porters Neck Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 8.0 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Paved Boat Ramp - Figure Eight Island

North Carolina · 9.8 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Morris Landing

North Carolina · 10.5 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with lots of rocks

Turkey Creek

North Carolina · 13.4 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Castle Hayne

North Carolina · 13.4 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Holly Shelter

North Carolina · 14.1 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Wrightsville Beach

North Carolina · 14.5 mi

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a large field of green plants next to a river

West Onslow Beach

North Carolina · 15.4 mi

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brown boat on water

Sawpit Landing

North Carolina · 16.4 mi

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

Shelter Creek

North Carolina · 17.5 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Trails End

North Carolina · 19.5 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Castle Street

North Carolina · 19.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Sutton Lake

North Carolina · 19.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Sneads Ferry

North Carolina · 20.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man riding on kayak

Onslow Beach Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 25.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of birds that are in some water

Snows Cut

North Carolina · 26.3 mi

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man riding on kayak

Carolina Beach State Park

North Carolina · 27.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Freeman Creek Boat Launch

North Carolina · 27.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Jacksonville Landing

North Carolina · 28.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

Rices Creek

North Carolina · 28.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Waynes Landing

North Carolina · 29.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Hunts Bluff

North Carolina · 30.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man riding on kayak

Northeast Creek Park boat ramp

North Carolina · 30.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Willis Landing

North Carolina · 31.3 mi

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brown boat on water

Chinquapin

North Carolina · 32.2 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Federal Point

North Carolina · 33.7 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Shell Rock Landing

North Carolina · 33.7 mi

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brown boat on water

Lock And Dam #1

North Carolina · 36.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Hampstead.

Holly Ridge, NC10 miWrightsville Beach, NC14 miCastle Hayne, NC15 miRocky Point, NC15 miMaple Hill, NC16 miSneads Ferry, NC18 miWilmington, NC19 miBurgaw, NC19 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Hampstead, NC?

Top picks near Hampstead include Surf City, Hampstead, Paved Boat Ramp - Figure Eight Island. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Hampstead?

Near Hampstead 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 Hampstead?

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