Best Places to Kayak Near Hilton Head Island, SC

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

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

Broad Creek

South Carolina · 3.2 mi

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Swampy forest with calm water and reflections

C.C. Haigh Jr. Landing (Highway 278 Bridge - East)

South Carolina · 5.0 mi

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green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Buckingham Landing (Highway 278 Bridge - West)

South Carolina · 5.4 mi

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

Alljoy

South Carolina · 6.5 mi

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

Public Boat Dock Facility

South Carolina · 8.0 mi

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Bluffton Oyster Landing

South Carolina · 8.2 mi

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H.E. Trask Sr. Landing

South Carolina · 9.3 mi

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Fort Pulaski

Georgia · 12.5 mi

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

Lazaretto Creek Marina

Georgia · 13.0 mi

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

Tybee Creek

Georgia · 13.1 mi

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

Station Creek Landing

South Carolina · 13.9 mi

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Cooks Landing

South Carolina · 14.5 mi

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Port Royal Landing

South Carolina · 14.8 mi

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Parris Island

South Carolina · 15.0 mi

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Edgar C. Glenn Landing (Highway 170 Bridge)

South Carolina · 15.3 mi

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Turnbridge Landing

South Carolina · 15.4 mi

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Broad River Landing (Highway 170 Bridge)

South Carolina · 15.9 mi

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green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Highway 46 Bridge

South Carolina · 16.0 mi

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Swampy forest with calm water and reflections

Capers

South Carolina · 16.1 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Turners Creek - North

Georgia · 17.1 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Turners Creek - South

Georgia · 17.2 mi

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Frank W. Spencer Park

Georgia · 17.3 mi

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Wallace Landing

South Carolina · 17.5 mi

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White Hall Landing

South Carolina · 18.6 mi

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Bolan Hall Landing

South Carolina · 18.6 mi

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

Beaufort Dock

South Carolina · 19.1 mi

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

Thunderbolt

Georgia · 19.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a blue sky

Bahia Bleu Marina

Georgia · 19.6 mi

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Pigeon Point

South Carolina · 20.6 mi

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Landings Harbor Marina

Georgia · 20.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Hilton Head Island, SC?

Top picks near Hilton Head Island include Port Royal Landing, White Hall Landing, Parris Island. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Hilton Head Island?

Near Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island?

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