Best Places to Kayak Near Lowland, NC

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

30 nearby14 Creeks7 Rivers5 Bays
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Top Picks Near Lowland

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Swan Quarter

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

BayBeginner16 mi away
man riding on kayak2

Rose Bay

Open-water sea kayaking access on Unnamed Canal (Rose Bay)

BayBeginner14 mi away
white canoe on river surrounded by trees3

Cedar Island National Refuge Boat Ramp

A top-rated bay launch on Neuse River (Core Sound)

BayBeginner30 mi away
A river running through a lush green forest

Smiths Creek

North Carolina · 3.9 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Wrights Creek

North Carolina · 7.5 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Vandemere

North Carolina · 9.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Aurora

North Carolina · 11.4 mi

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man riding on kayak

Rose Bay

North Carolina · 13.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Swan Quarter

North Carolina · 15.6 mi

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

Belhaven

North Carolina · 16.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Lake Mattamuskeet Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 18.5 mi

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man riding on kayak

Oriental

North Carolina · 20.6 mi

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a bridge over a body of water surrounded by trees

Hydeland Canal

North Carolina · 22.3 mi

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man riding on kayak

Blounts Creek

North Carolina · 22.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Dinah's Landing

North Carolina · 23.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Dawson Creek

North Carolina · 23.4 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Lees Landing

North Carolina · 24.4 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Cedar Island

North Carolina · 24.8 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Lake Mattamuskeet

North Carolina · 25.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

OUTFALL CANAL

North Carolina · 26.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Bridgeton

North Carolina · 28.8 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Union Point Boat ramp

North Carolina · 29.3 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cool Springs

North Carolina · 29.6 mi

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white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Cedar Island National Refuge Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 29.7 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Jack's Island @ Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 30.2 mi

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brown boat on water

Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 30.3 mi

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

Salters Creek

North Carolina · 30.3 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Havens Garden

North Carolina · 30.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

Hancock Creek

North Carolina · 31.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Brices Creek

North Carolina · 32.0 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Spring Garden

North Carolina · 32.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cow Pen Landing

North Carolina · 33.6 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Masons Landing

North Carolina · 33.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Lowland.

Hobucken, NC4 miVandemere, NC9 miAurora, NC13 miMerritt, NC14 miBayboro, NC14 miBelhaven, NC15 miStonewall, NC15 miBath, NC16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Lowland, NC?

Top picks near Lowland include Swan Quarter, Rose Bay, Cedar Island National Refuge Boat Ramp. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Lowland?

Near Lowland 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 Lowland?

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