Best Places to Kayak Near Hawaii National Park, HI

11 public launch points within 50 miles of Hawaii National Park, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

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Top Picks Near Hawaii National Park

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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Open-water sea kayaking access on Pacific Ocean

OceanBeginner49 mi away
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Wailoa, Hawaii

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

OceanBeginner24 mi away
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Keahou, Hawaii

A top-rated ocean launch on Pacific Ocean

OceanBeginner45 mi away
underwater photography of turtle

Wailoa, Hawaii

Hawaii · 24.3 mi

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Punaluu, Hawaii

Hawaii · 24.9 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
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Pohoki, Hawaii

Hawaii · 28.8 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Honuapo Pier

Hawaii · 29.6 mi

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

Kauhako Landing

Hawaii · 40.2 mi

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

Napoopoo Landing

Hawaii · 41.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Kaulana, Hawaii

Hawaii · 41.5 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Kaulana Ramp

Hawaii · 43.5 mi

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

Milolii Landing

Hawaii · 44.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Keahou, Hawaii

Hawaii · 45.1 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Hawaii · 48.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Hawaii National Park.

Volcano, HI7 miMountain View, HI15 miKurtistown, HI20 miPahala, HI20 miKeaau, HI22 miHilo, HI22 miPahoa, HI24 miPapaikou, HI28 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Hawaii National Park, HI?

Top picks near Hawaii National Park include Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, Wailoa, Hawaii, Keahou, Hawaii. In total there are 11 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on oceans, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Hawaii National Park?

Near Hawaii National Park 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 Hawaii National Park?

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