Best Places to Kayak Near Hampton, GA

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

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Top Picks Near Hampton

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Paces Mill

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner33 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Powers Island

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner35 mi away
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Indian Springs State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Big Sandy Creek - Chief McIntosh Lake

LakeBeginner24 mi away
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Shamrock Reservoir

Georgia · 4.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and dirt

J. W. Smith Reservoir

Georgia · 5.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Blalock Reservoir

Georgia · 5.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Lake Horton Park

Georgia · 9.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and dirt

Heads Creek Reservoir

Georgia · 10.2 mi

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Lake Kedron

Georgia · 16.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

High Falls State Park Lake (Buck Creek)

Georgia · 21.7 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

High Falls State Park Lake

Georgia · 22.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Barnesville Reservoir

Georgia · 22.8 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area

Georgia · 23.9 mi

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a person in a small boat on a lake

Indian Springs State Park

Georgia · 24.0 mi

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a tent on a lake

Lloyd Shoals Park

Georgia · 26.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

LLoyd Shoals Dam

Georgia · 27.1 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Campellton Road (SR166/154)

Georgia · 27.4 mi

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a person in a small boat on a lake

Stone Mountain Lake

Georgia · 28.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Black Shoals Park

Georgia · 30.9 mi

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a house on a lake surrounded by trees

Sweetwater Creek State Park

Georgia · 31.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 31.8 mi

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A river running through a forest filled with lots of trees

Key Bridge (SR83)

Georgia · 32.3 mi

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

Paces Mill

Georgia · 32.5 mi

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a person in a small boat on a lake

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 32.6 mi

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a couple of people in a small boat on a lake

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 32.7 mi

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brown wooden house on lake during daytime

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 32.8 mi

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a person in a small boat on a lake

Paces Mill

Georgia · 32.9 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 33.0 mi

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a couple of people in a small boat on a lake

Lake Varner

Georgia · 33.1 mi

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

Powers Island

Georgia · 34.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Holly Grove Park

Georgia · 35.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Lake Meriwether Park

Georgia · 35.7 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

East Juliette Dam

Georgia · 35.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Hampton.

Lovejoy, GA2 miSunny Side, GA5 miMcdonough, GA8 miJonesboro, GA9 miFayetteville, GA10 miExperiment, GA10 miGriffin, GA11 miStockbridge, GA11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Hampton, GA?

Top picks near Hampton include Paces Mill, Powers Island, Indian Springs State Park. 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 Hampton?

Near Hampton 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 Hampton?

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