Best Places to Kayak Near Lake Leelanau, MI

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

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Top Picks Near Lake Leelanau

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Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor

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

BayBeginner17 mi away
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Northport Harbor

Open-water sea kayaking access on Grand Traverse Bay

BayBeginner12 mi away
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Clinch Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

BayBeginner16 mi away
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Lake Leelanau (South)

Michigan · 0.4 mi

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Leelanau Narrows

Michigan · 1.2 mi

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Leland River

Michigan · 2.9 mi

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Leland Township Harbor

Michigan · 3.0 mi

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Ocean waves gently touch the sandy beach.

Suttons Bay Marina

Michigan · 4.2 mi

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green trees and body of water during daytime

Township Park

Michigan · 4.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Lake Leelanau (West)

Michigan · 4.9 mi

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West Arm Grand Traverse Bay (West)

Michigan · 7.4 mi

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white and gray canoe beside gray wooden dock surrounded by body of water at daytime

Lake Leelanau (East)

Michigan · 7.7 mi

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Lime Lake

Michigan · 8.9 mi

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Two people fishing from a boat at sunrise.

Ahgosatown Landing and Marina

Michigan · 9.5 mi

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Michigan · 9.8 mi

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green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Northport Harbor

Michigan · 11.6 mi

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green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Bowers Harbor

Michigan · 12.0 mi

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Northport Boatyard

Michigan · 12.3 mi

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person in middle of body of water during daytime

Cedar Lake

Michigan · 13.9 mi

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a sunset over a body of water with clouds in the sky

Greilickville Harbor

Michigan · 14.3 mi

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a sunset over a body of water with clouds in the sky

East Arm Grand Traverse Bay

Michigan · 14.8 mi

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green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Glen Lake

Michigan · 15.5 mi

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green trees and body of water during daytime

Davis Lake

Michigan · 15.8 mi

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green trees and body of water during daytime

Armstrong Lake

Michigan · 16.1 mi

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Two people fishing from a boat at sunrise.

Clinch Park

Michigan · 16.1 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Boardman River

Michigan · 16.3 mi

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Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor

Michigan · 16.5 mi

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green trees and body of water during daytime

Cedar Lake

Michigan · 16.7 mi

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white and gray canoe beside gray wooden dock surrounded by body of water at daytime

Elk Rapids Marina

Michigan · 16.8 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Rotary Park

Michigan · 16.9 mi

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person in middle of body of water during daytime

Stevens Lakey

Michigan · 17.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Gilbert Park

Michigan · 17.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Sayler Park

Michigan · 17.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Lake Leelanau.

Suttons Bay, MI5 miOmena, MI9 miCedar, MI10 miNorthport, MI11 miMaple City, MI11 miOld Mission, MI12 miEmpire, MI16 miElk Rapids, MI17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Lake Leelanau, MI?

Top picks near Lake Leelanau include Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor, Northport Harbor, Clinch Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Lake Leelanau?

Near Lake Leelanau 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 Lake Leelanau?

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