Best Places to Kayak Near Harrison, MT

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

30 nearby26 Rivers2 Reservoirs2 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Harrison

the bow of a boat on a lake with mountains in the background1

Harrison Lake

Standout kayak fishing on Willow Creek Reservoir

ReservoirBeginner7 mi away
A rushing river flows through a rocky gorge.2

Salmon Fly

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, camping

RiverBeginner41 mi away
A turquoise river flows through a lush canyon.3

Valley Garden

A top-rated river launch on Madison River

RiverBeginner27 mi away
Rushing turquoise river flowing past rocks.

Sappington Bridge

Montana · 6.2 mi

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

Harrison Lake

Montana · 7.4 mi

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a body of water with cliffs and trees on the side

Williams' Bridge

Montana · 8.3 mi

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a body of water with cliffs and trees on the side

Cardwell Bridge

Montana · 9.2 mi

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Rushing white water flows through the scenic landscape.

Mayflower Bridge

Montana · 11.3 mi

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A river running through a lush green hillside

Kountz Bridge

Montana · 12.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greycliff

Montana · 16.1 mi

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frozen river

Drouillard

Montana · 16.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Damselfly

Montana · 16.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Black's Ford

Montana · 16.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
frozen river

Milwaukee

Montana · 18.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Rushing white water flows through the scenic landscape.

Silver Star

Montana · 21.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
frozen river

Hell's Canyon

Montana · 24.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A turquoise river flows through a lush canyon.

Valley Garden

Montana · 26.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Ennis

Montana · 28.1 mi

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Turbulent water rapids churn with white froth.

Fairweather

Montana · 28.7 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Erwin Bridge

Montana · 29.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Burnt Tree Hole

Montana · 29.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green hillside

Eight Mile Ford

Montana · 31.0 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Ruby Island

Montana · 31.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green hillside

Toston

Montana · 35.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Rushing turquoise river flowing past rocks.

Varney Bridge

Montana · 35.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Rushing white water flows through the scenic landscape.

York's Islands

Montana · 40.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A rushing river flows through a rocky gorge.

Notch Bottom

Montana · 40.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A rushing river flows through a rocky gorge.

Salmon Fly

Montana · 41.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A turquoise river flows through a lush canyon.

Maidenrock

Montana · 41.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
frozen river

Brownes Bridge

Montana · 43.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with cliffs and trees on the side

Glen

Montana · 44.0 mi

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blue and white kayak on lake during daytime

Cottonwood Campground

Montana · 45.0 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green hillside

McAtee Bridge

Montana · 45.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Harrison.

Cardwell, MT11 miWillow Creek, MT11 miPony, MT13 miSilver Star, MT16 miNorris, MT16 miWhitehall, MT16 miThree Forks, MT17 miManhattan, MT26 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Harrison include Harrison Lake, Salmon Fly, Valley Garden. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, reservoirs, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Harrison?

Near Harrison 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 Harrison?

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