Best Places to Kayak Near Long Beach, CA

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

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Top Picks Near Long Beach

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background1

Huntington Beach

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

BayBeginner8 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

Long Beach Marine Bureau (South Shore)

Open-water sea kayaking access on Queensway Bay

BayBeginner1 mi away
a bridge over a body of water with mountains in the background3

Dana Point

A top-rated bay launch on Dana Point Harbor

BayBeginner36 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Long Beach Marine Bureau (South Shore)

California · 1.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

Long Beach Marine Bureau (Granada Ramp)

California · 3.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Cerritos Yacht Anchorage

California · 3.2 mi

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Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

Long Beach Marine Bureau (Claremont Ramp)

California · 3.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Lighthouse Yacht Landing

California · 3.4 mi

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

Long Beach Marine Bureau (Marine Stadium)

California · 3.9 mi

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Alamitos Bay Marina ( Basin 8)

California · 4.1 mi

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Long Beach Marine Bureau (Davies)

California · 4.3 mi

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

Alamitos Bay Marina ( Basin 1)

California · 4.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Al Larson Marina

California · 5.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Fish Harbor

California · 5.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Los Angeles Harbor

California · 6.8 mi

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Sunset Aquatic Marina

California · 7.0 mi

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

Huntington Beach

California · 8.3 mi

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Redondo Beach Small BLF

California · 12.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
man in red and black suit riding on orange kayak on sea during daytime

Larson's Shipyard

California · 18.4 mi

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

Newport Dunes

California · 20.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
person in black shirt and black shorts riding on white and red kayak on blue sea

Dolphin Marina

California · 20.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Marina Del Rey

California · 20.4 mi

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

Orange County Sheriff's Harbor Patrol Division

California · 21.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
brown grass field near body of water during daytime

Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area

California · 27.2 mi

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Fisherman's Cove

California · 28.2 mi

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A view of a body of water through a cave

Catalina Harbor

California · 29.4 mi

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Avalon Harbor

California · 30.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Puddingstone Lake (Frank G Bonelli Regional Park)

California · 31.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man in red and black suit riding on orange kayak on sea during daytime

Embarcadero Marina

California · 35.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a bridge over a body of water with mountains in the background

Dana Point

California · 35.7 mi

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A couple of people on water skis in the water

Lake Elsinore West Marina & RV Park

California · 47.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Lake Elsinore Recreation Area

California · 47.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in red shirt riding white kayak on lake during daytime

Little Rock Reservoir

California · 49.9 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Long Beach, CA?

Top picks near Long Beach include Huntington Beach, Long Beach Marine Bureau (South Shore), Dana Point. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, lakes, oceans.

What types of paddling can I do near Long Beach?

Near Long 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 Long Beach?

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