Best Places to Kayak Near Lovejoy, GA

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

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Top Picks Near Lovejoy

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Paces Mill

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner31 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Powers Island

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner33 mi away
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Indian Springs State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Big Sandy Creek - Chief McIntosh Lake

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Shamrock Reservoir

Georgia · 3.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Blalock Reservoir

Georgia · 4.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and dirt

J. W. Smith Reservoir

Georgia · 4.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Lake Horton Park

Georgia · 9.6 mi

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Heads Creek Reservoir

Georgia · 11.3 mi

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Lake Kedron

Georgia · 14.8 mi

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High Falls State Park Lake (Buck Creek)

Georgia · 23.7 mi

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High Falls State Park Lake

Georgia · 24.6 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area

Georgia · 24.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Barnesville Reservoir

Georgia · 24.8 mi

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Campellton Road (SR166/154)

Georgia · 25.4 mi

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Indian Springs State Park

Georgia · 25.8 mi

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Stone Mountain Lake

Georgia · 27.1 mi

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Lloyd Shoals Park

Georgia · 28.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

LLoyd Shoals Dam

Georgia · 28.6 mi

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Sweetwater Creek State Park

Georgia · 29.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Black Shoals Park

Georgia · 30.4 mi

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

Paces Mill

Georgia · 30.6 mi

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Paces Mill

Georgia · 31.0 mi

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

Powers Island

Georgia · 32.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 32.9 mi

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Lake Varner

Georgia · 33.3 mi

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Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 33.7 mi

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Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 33.8 mi

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Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 33.8 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Georgia · 34.1 mi

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A river running through a forest filled with lots of trees

Key Bridge (SR83)

Georgia · 34.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Johnson Ferry

Georgia · 35.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Lake Meriwether Park

Georgia · 36.5 mi

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Morgan Falls Park

Georgia · 36.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Lovejoy, GA?

Top picks near Lovejoy include Paces Mill, Powers Island, Indian Springs State Park. 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 Lovejoy?

Near Lovejoy 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 Lovejoy?

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