Best Places to Kayak Near Laurens, SC

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

30 nearby20 Lakes8 Rivers2 Reservoirs

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Top Picks Near Laurens

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Lake Edwin Johnson

Standout kayak fishing on Thompson Creek - Lake Johnson

LakeBeginner29 mi away

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Lake Cooley

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

LakeBeginner34 mi away

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

Hurricane Creek

A top-rated lake launch on Six and Twenty Creek - Lake Hartwell

LakeBeginner39 mi away

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Lake Rabon Park

South Carolina · 7.0 mi

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Souls Harbor

South Carolina · 14.6 mi

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Lake Greenwood State Park

South Carolina · 21.3 mi

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Lake Greenwood State Park

South Carolina · 21.5 mi

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Greenwood Shores

South Carolina · 22.3 mi

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Greenwood Shores

South Carolina · 22.3 mi

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Buzzard's Roost

South Carolina · 23.4 mi

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

Beatys Bridge

South Carolina · 25.4 mi

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

Dr. James A. Timmerman

South Carolina · 26.6 mi

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Higgins Bridge

South Carolina · 27.9 mi

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Lake Edwin Johnson

South Carolina · 28.6 mi

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Jonesville Reservoir

South Carolina · 31.6 mi

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McFalls Landing

South Carolina · 32.5 mi

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McFalls Landing

South Carolina · 32.5 mi

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Kempsons Bridge

South Carolina · 33.6 mi

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Highway 184

South Carolina · 34.1 mi

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Lake Cooley

South Carolina · 34.1 mi

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John D. Long

South Carolina · 34.7 mi

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Sandy and Broad River

South Carolina · 34.8 mi

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Lake Lyman

South Carolina · 35.5 mi

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Woods Ferry Recreation Area

South Carolina · 35.5 mi

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Boat Landing Road

South Carolina · 35.5 mi

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Lake Cunningham Recreation Facility

South Carolina · 36.3 mi

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Brown Road

South Carolina · 37.1 mi

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J. Verne Smith Park

South Carolina · 37.3 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by autumn trees under a clear sky

Wilson Creek

South Carolina · 38.1 mi

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

Highway 105 Bridge

South Carolina · 38.2 mi

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Lake Murray Estates

South Carolina · 39.0 mi

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Hellers Creek

South Carolina · 39.2 mi

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Hurricane Creek

South Carolina · 39.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Laurens, SC?

Top picks near Laurens include Lake Edwin Johnson, Lake Cooley, Hurricane Creek. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Laurens?

Near Laurens 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 Laurens?

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