Best Places to Kayak Near Hatteras, NC

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

21 nearby11 Bays3 Creeks3 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Hatteras

white canoe on river surrounded by trees1

Manteo Waterfront Public Boat Ramp

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

BayBeginner48 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Washington Baum Bridge

Standout kayak fishing on Roanoke Sound

BayBeginner47 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Swan Quarter

Open-water sea kayaking access on Unnamed Canal (Swanquarter Bay)

BayBeginner38 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

OUTFALL CANAL

North Carolina · 25.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Engelhard

North Carolina · 26.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

RODANTHE

North Carolina · 28.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a couple of birds that are in some water

Lake Mattamuskeet

North Carolina · 31.9 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a bridge over a body of water surrounded by trees

Hydeland Canal

North Carolina · 32.4 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in white shirt sitting on wooden dock during daytime

Stumpy Point

North Carolina · 32.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Cedar Island

North Carolina · 37.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Swan Quarter

North Carolina · 38.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Cedar Island National Refuge Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 38.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Lake Mattamuskeet Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 39.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Gum Neck Landing

North Carolina · 40.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Oregon Inlet Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 40.7 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man riding on kayak

Rose Bay

North Carolina · 44.5 mi

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

Salters Creek

North Carolina · 46.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Washington Baum Bridge

North Carolina · 46.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a couple of birds that are in some water

Frying Pan

North Carolina · 46.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

BOWSERTOWN ROAD

North Carolina · 46.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Manteo Waterfront Public Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 47.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Manns Harbor

North Carolina · 48.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

East Lake Ferry

North Carolina · 49.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
red and white kayak on lake during daytime

Mashoes

North Carolina · 49.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Hatteras.

Frisco, NC4 miBuxton, NC9 miNags Head, NC11 miAvon, NC14 miOcracoke, NC18 miCedar Island, NC24 miSalvo, NC25 miWaves, NC27 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Hatteras include Manteo Waterfront Public Boat Ramp, Washington Baum Bridge, Swan Quarter. In total there are 21 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Hatteras?

Near Hatteras 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 Hatteras?

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