Best Places to Kayak Near Jonesboro, ME

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

30 nearby12 Rivers11 Lakes5 Bays
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Top Picks Near Jonesboro

green trees on mountain beside sea during daytime1

Alley Bay

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

BayBeginner10 mi away
A large body of water with a small island in the distance2

Chandler Bay

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner9 mi away
a person in a boat in the ocean3

Bucks Harbor

Just 10 miles from Jonesboro — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner10 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 7.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Machias River

Maine · 7.6 mi

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Floating dock on a misty lake at sunrise

Six Mile Lake

Maine · 7.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 7.7 mi

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a small boat floating on top of a body of water

Pleasant River

Maine · 8.7 mi

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

Chandler Bay

Maine · 8.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 9.4 mi

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green trees on mountain beside sea during daytime

Alley Bay

Maine · 9.8 mi

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a person in a boat in the ocean

Bucks Harbor

Maine · 10.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

East Machias River

Maine · 11.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Hadley Lake

Maine · 11.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Floating dock on a misty lake at sunrise

Gardner Lake

Maine · 12.6 mi

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white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Bog Lake

Maine · 12.8 mi

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

Eastern Harbor

Maine · 13.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 13.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Ripley Cove

Maine · 13.6 mi

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Sun setting over a calm lake with mountains.

Rocky Lake

Maine · 13.9 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Second Lake

Maine · 13.9 mi

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white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Rocky Lake

Maine · 15.5 mi

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a small plane is traveling across the water

Indian Lake

Maine · 16.6 mi

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A river surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky

Narraguagus River

Maine · 16.7 mi

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

Rocky Lake

Maine · 17.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown rocks on body of water near green trees during daytime

Patrick Lake

Maine · 17.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pleasant River

Maine · 17.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small boat floating on top of a lake

Narraguagus River

Maine · 18.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Schoodic Brook

Maine · 18.5 mi

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

Pigeon Hill Bay

Maine · 20.7 mi

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Floating dock on a misty lake at sunrise

Cathance Lake

Maine · 20.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Orange River

Maine · 20.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Machias River

Maine · 21.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Jonesboro.

Machias, ME6 miWesley, ME7 miJonesport, ME8 miAddison, ME9 miMachiasport, ME9 miColumbia Falls, ME9 miBeals, ME10 miEast Machias, ME11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Jonesboro, ME?

Top picks near Jonesboro include Alley Bay, Chandler Bay, Bucks Harbor. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Jonesboro?

Near Jonesboro 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 Jonesboro?

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