Best Places to Kayak Near Jonesborough, TN

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

30 nearby14 Rivers11 Reservoirs5 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Jonesborough

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Buffalo Road

Standout kayak fishing on South Fork Holston River - Boone Lake

LakeBeginner16 mi away
person riding yellow kayak on river during daytime2

Sugar Hollow

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

ReservoirBeginner14 mi away
brown tree branch on body of water during daytime3

Pickens Bridge

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, kayak launch

ReservoirBeginner11 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Jackson Island

Tennessee · 8.3 mi

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

Knob Creek

Tennessee · 9.4 mi

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

Winged Deer Park

Tennessee · 9.9 mi

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

Hwy 11E (New Devault Bridge)

Tennessee · 10.0 mi

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

Hwy 11E (New Devault Bridge)

Tennessee · 10.0 mi

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brown tree branch on body of water during daytime

Pickens Bridge

Tennessee · 10.7 mi

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

SR 75 Bridge

Tennessee · 10.9 mi

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

Boone Dam

Tennessee · 11.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Davy Crockett State Park

Tennessee · 11.3 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Smith Shoals

Tennessee · 11.5 mi

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Lakeview Marina

Tennessee · 11.7 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

USA Aggregate

Tennessee · 11.9 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Blevins Bend

Tennessee · 12.5 mi

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

Airport Ramp

Tennessee · 13.2 mi

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

Chestoa Access Area

Tennessee · 13.5 mi

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

Warriors Path State Park

Tennessee · 13.5 mi

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

Devault Bridge

Tennessee · 13.7 mi

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person riding yellow kayak on river during daytime

Sugar Hollow

Tennessee · 13.9 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Boone Lake Marina

Tennessee · 13.9 mi

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

Ft. Patrick Henry Dam

Tennessee · 14.3 mi

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

Muddy Creek

Tennessee · 14.3 mi

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

Cooks Valley

Tennessee · 14.9 mi

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

Highway 19 Bridge

Tennessee · 15.4 mi

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

Rainbow Bridge

Tennessee · 15.7 mi

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

Kinser Bridge

Tennessee · 16.3 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Buffalo Road

Tennessee · 16.4 mi

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a kayak in the water with a fallen tree in the background

Laurel Run Park

Tennessee · 17.7 mi

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a boat sits on a dock in the water

Bluff City Park

Tennessee · 17.7 mi

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a boat sits on a dock in the water

Hunter Bridge

Tennessee · 18.6 mi

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

J. Forrest Thomas Access Area

Tennessee · 18.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Jonesborough, TN?

Top picks near Jonesborough include Buffalo Road, Sugar Hollow, Pickens Bridge. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, reservoirs, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Jonesborough?

Near Jonesborough 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 Jonesborough?

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