Best Places to Kayak Near Isle Au Haut, ME

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

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Top Picks Near Isle Au Haut

Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.1

Carvers Harbor

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

BayBeginner11 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks2

Bass Harbor

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner18 mi away
A large body of water with a small island in the distance3

Burnt Coat Harbor (Bonatti)

Just 11 miles from Isle Au Haut — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner11 mi away
Sun setting over a calm lake with mountains.

Boat Services

Maine · 7.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Fish Pier Road

Maine · 7.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A large body of water with a small island in the distance

Burnt Coat Harbor (Bonatti)

Maine · 10.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Carvers Harbor

Maine · 10.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat floating on top of a lake next to a forest

Mackerel Cove

Maine · 13.1 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A boat floating on top of a lake surrounded by trees

Eggemoggin Reach

Maine · 16.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Bass Harbor

Maine · 18.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Seal Cove

Maine · 18.9 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
A boat floating on top of a lake next to a forest

Walker Pond

Maine · 19.2 mi

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

First Pond

Maine · 20.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat traveling on the water at sunset

Blue Hill Bay

Maine · 20.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Southwest Harbor

Maine · 21.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Floating dock on a misty lake at sunrise

Bartlett Narrows

Maine · 22.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Gilkeys Harbor

Maine · 22.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Penobscot Bay

Maine · 23.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Bagaduce River

Maine · 24.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a person in a boat in the ocean

Rockland Harbor

Maine · 24.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A view of a rocky shore with a lighthouse in the distance

Rockport Harbor

Maine · 24.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A boat floating on top of a lake next to a forest

Long Pond

Maine · 24.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat floating on top of a lake next to a forest

West Penobscot Bay

Maine · 24.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Mount Desert Narrows

Maine · 24.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky

Weskeag River

Maine · 25.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Sun setting over a calm lake with mountains.

Chickawaukie Pond

Maine · 25.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A boat floating on top of a lake surrounded by trees

Megunticook Lake (Route 52)

Maine · 26.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small plane is traveling across the water

Megunticook Lake (Route 105)

Maine · 27.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Northern Bay

Maine · 27.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a small boat floating on top of a lake

St. George River

Maine · 27.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

McHeard Brook

Maine · 28.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Pierce Pond

Maine · 29.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Tenants Harbor

Maine · 29.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Isle Au Haut.

Stonington, ME9 miSwans Island, ME10 miVinalhaven, ME11 miSunset, ME12 miDeer Isle, ME12 miFrenchboro, ME13 miNorth Haven, ME14 miBrooklin, ME14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Isle Au Haut, ME?

Top picks near Isle Au Haut include Carvers Harbor, Bass Harbor, Burnt Coat Harbor (Bonatti). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Isle Au Haut?

Near Isle Au Haut 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 Isle Au Haut?

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