Best Places to Kayak Near Harbor Springs, MI

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

30 nearby26 Lakes2 Bays2 Rivers
← All paddling in Michigan

Top Picks Near Harbor Springs

green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime1

Lake Charlevoix Municipal

Standout kayak fishing on Lake Charlevoix

LakeBeginner17 mi away
green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime2

F. Grant Moore Municipal Marina

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

LakeBeginner17 mi away
green and brown boat on body of water during daytime3

Round Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

LakeBeginner6 mi away
aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Josephine Ford Park/Harbor Springs

Michigan · 2.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Round Lake

Michigan · 5.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of white dock on body of water during daytime

Petoskey City Marina

Michigan · 6.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A large body of water under a cloudy sky

Bay Harbor Lake Marina

Michigan · 7.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Crooked Lake

Michigan · 9.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Jones Landing Park

Michigan · 11.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Lake Michigan Shores Roadside Park

Michigan · 11.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cross Village

Michigan · 12.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat in the water

Burt Lake Maple Bay

Michigan · 13.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and gray canoe beside gray wooden dock surrounded by body of water at daytime

Seibert Nature Preserve

Michigan · 13.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Melrose Township

Michigan · 14.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Douglas Lake

Michigan · 14.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Horse Point

Michigan · 16.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees and body of water during daytime

Whiting Park

Michigan · 16.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Boyne City Municipal

Michigan · 16.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person in middle of body of water during daytime

Lancaster Lake

Michigan · 16.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Lake Charlevoix Municipal

Michigan · 17.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

F. Grant Moore Municipal Marina

Michigan · 17.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees and body of water during daytime

Ironton

Michigan · 17.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Burt Lake State Park

Michigan · 17.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Munro Lake

Michigan · 18.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Indian River

Michigan · 18.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Lake Paradise

Michigan · 18.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat in the water

Adams Lake

Michigan · 18.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Nowland Lake

Michigan · 19.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Wilderness State Park

Michigan · 19.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Rondo

Michigan · 19.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Dutchman's Bay

Michigan · 20.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Boyne Falls Mill Pond

Michigan · 20.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Deer Lake

Michigan · 21.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Harbor Springs.

Conway, MI6 miPetoskey, MI7 miOden, MI8 miAlanson, MI9 miGood Hart, MI10 miPellston, MI10 miBrutus, MI12 miCross Village, MI13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Harbor Springs, MI?

Top picks near Harbor Springs include Lake Charlevoix Municipal, F. Grant Moore Municipal Marina, Round Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Harbor Springs?

Near Harbor Springs 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 Harbor Springs?

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