Best Places to Kayak Near Hazelwood, NC

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

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Top Picks Near Hazelwood

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

Bent Creek River and Picnic Area

A top-rated river launch on French Broad River

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

Hominy Creek River Park

A top-rated river launch on French Broad River

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water3

Bear Creek

Standout kayak fishing on Tuckasegee River (Bear Creek Lake)

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a river running through a lush green forest

Locust Creek Access Area

North Carolina · 14.6 mi

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East LaPorte River Access Park

North Carolina · 14.7 mi

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Lena Davis Landing River Access

North Carolina · 14.8 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

C J Harris

North Carolina · 15.7 mi

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Public Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 16.4 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Bear Creek

North Carolina · 16.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Cedar Cliff

North Carolina · 16.7 mi

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white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Barkers Creek

North Carolina · 17.5 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Wolf Creek

North Carolina · 17.5 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Whittier

North Carolina · 20.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Powerhouse Site

North Carolina · 21.2 mi

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a view of a lake from a kayak

Walters Powerhouse

Tennessee · 21.3 mi

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red and white kayak on lake during daytime

Pine Creek

North Carolina · 21.7 mi

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

Bent Creek River and Picnic Area

North Carolina · 23.2 mi

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

Hominy Creek River Park

North Carolina · 23.9 mi

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

Bluffton Access Area

Tennessee · 25.1 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Penrose

North Carolina · 25.2 mi

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white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Craven Street Bridge

North Carolina · 25.6 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Horse Shoe

North Carolina · 26.2 mi

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white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Westfeldt Park

North Carolina · 26.3 mi

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

Denton Access

Tennessee · 27.3 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Old 288

North Carolina · 27.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Lake Emory

North Carolina · 29.0 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Unnamed Ramp

North Carolina · 30.4 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Unnamed Ramp

North Carolina · 30.5 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Wolf Creek

Tennessee · 30.9 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Flat Branch

North Carolina · 30.9 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Unnamed Ramp

North Carolina · 31.4 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Lemmons Branch

North Carolina · 32.8 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Tsali

North Carolina · 32.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Hazelwood.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Hazelwood include Bent Creek River and Picnic Area, Hominy Creek River Park, Bear Creek. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Hazelwood?

Near Hazelwood 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 Hazelwood?

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