Best Places to Kayak Near Housatonic, MA

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

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Top Picks Near Housatonic

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Ashmere Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Huntington

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

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Cheshire Lake

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

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Housatonic River

Massachusetts · 3.3 mi

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Cranberry Pond

Massachusetts · 5.6 mi

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Stockbridge Bowl

Massachusetts · 5.9 mi

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Benedict Pond

Massachusetts · 6.1 mi

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Housatonic River

Massachusetts · 6.2 mi

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Laurel Lake

Massachusetts · 7.1 mi

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Lake Buel

Massachusetts · 7.9 mi

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Goose Pond

Massachusetts · 8.9 mi

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Lake Garfield

Massachusetts · 9.9 mi

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Richmond Pond

Massachusetts · 10.6 mi

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Housatonic River

Massachusetts · 11.1 mi

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Shaw Pond

Massachusetts · 12.8 mi

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Housatonic River

Massachusetts · 13.4 mi

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Upper Spectacle Pond

Massachusetts · 14.5 mi

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Onota Lake

Massachusetts · 14.7 mi

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York Lake

Massachusetts · 15.4 mi

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Twin Lakes Boat Launch

Connecticut · 15.7 mi

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Thousand Acre Pond

Massachusetts · 15.9 mi

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Center Pond

Massachusetts · 16.0 mi

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Pontoosuc Lake

Massachusetts · 16.5 mi

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Big Pond

Massachusetts · 18.2 mi

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Otis Reservoir

Massachusetts · 18.9 mi

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Ashmere Lake

Massachusetts · 18.9 mi

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Wood Creek Pond

Connecticut · 19.4 mi

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Cheshire Lake (Farnams Causeway)

Massachusetts · 21.3 mi

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Cheshire Lake

Massachusetts · 22.7 mi

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Colebrook River Lake

Connecticut · 23.6 mi

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Huntington

Massachusetts · 25.3 mi

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Hudson River

New York · 25.6 mi

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Howells Pond

Connecticut · 25.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Housatonic.

Glendale, MA2 miStockbridge, MA4 miWest Stockbridge, MA5 miGreat Barrington, MA5 miSouth Lee, MA5 miAusterlitz, NY6 miNorth Egremont, MA6 miSpencertown, NY7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Housatonic, MA?

Top picks near Housatonic include Ashmere Lake, Huntington, Cheshire Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Housatonic?

Near Housatonic 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 Housatonic?

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