Best Places to Kayak Near Kure Beach, NC

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

30 nearby12 Rivers11 Lakes4 Bays
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Top Picks Near Kure Beach

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Surf City

Standout kayak fishing on Topsail Sound

BayBeginner36 mi away
A person standing on a paddle board in the water2

Hampstead

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

BayBeginner33 mi away
a small boat sitting on top of a body of water3

Paved Boat Ramp - Figure Eight Island

Open-water sea kayaking access on Middle Sound

BayBeginner21 mi away
A large body of water surrounded by trees

Federal Point

North Carolina · 3.0 mi

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man riding on kayak

Carolina Beach State Park

North Carolina · 4.0 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Snows Cut

North Carolina · 4.6 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Oak Island

North Carolina · 9.7 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Village Creek Access

North Carolina · 9.8 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Trails End

North Carolina · 11.7 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

NE 55th St Municipal Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 12.4 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Rices Creek

North Carolina · 14.0 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Castle Street

North Carolina · 16.4 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Wrightsville Beach

North Carolina · 16.6 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Sunset Harbor

North Carolina · 18.0 mi

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Unnamed Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 18.2 mi

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Unnamed Ramp

North Carolina · 19.1 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Unnamed Ramp

North Carolina · 20.4 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Paved Boat Ramp - Figure Eight Island

North Carolina · 20.9 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Holden Beach

North Carolina · 21.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Sutton Lake

North Carolina · 21.8 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Porters Neck Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 22.9 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Castle Hayne

North Carolina · 25.6 mi

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

Bricklanding Road

North Carolina · 28.4 mi

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

Ocean Isle Beach

North Carolina · 31.1 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Hampstead

North Carolina · 33.4 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Sunset Beach

North Carolina · 35.3 mi

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brown boat on water

Lock And Dam #1

North Carolina · 35.8 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Hunts Bluff

North Carolina · 36.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man surfing on sea waves during daytime

Surf City

North Carolina · 36.5 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Holly Shelter

North Carolina · 38.8 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Morris Landing

North Carolina · 40.2 mi

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brown boat on water

Sawpit Landing

North Carolina · 41.3 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Pireway

North Carolina · 41.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Kure Beach.

Carolina Beach, NC3 miSouthport, NC8 miOak Island, NC13 miBolivia, NC15 miWilmington, NC16 miWrightsville Beach, NC16 miWinnabow, NC17 miLeland, NC21 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Kure Beach, NC?

Top picks near Kure Beach include Surf City, Hampstead, Paved Boat Ramp - Figure Eight Island. 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 Kure Beach?

Near Kure Beach 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 Kure Beach?

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