Best Places to Kayak Near Ludington, MI

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

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Carter Park Campground

Michigan · 1.1 mi

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West Loomis Street

Michigan · 1.4 mi

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green trees and body of water during daytime

Lakeside Drive

Michigan · 1.6 mi

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green trees and body of water during daytime

Father Marquette Memorial Park

Michigan · 2.0 mi

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green-leafed trees

Suttons Landing

Michigan · 3.0 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Highway 31 Bridge

Michigan · 3.1 mi

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aerial view of road between trees

Hamlin Lake

Michigan · 5.2 mi

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Hackert Lake

Michigan · 5.5 mi

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aerial view of road between trees

Victory Menorial Park

Michigan · 7.1 mi

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

Scottsville

Michigan · 8.0 mi

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green trees beside lake under white sky during daytime

Big Sable River

Michigan · 8.7 mi

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a boat in the water

St. Mays Lake

Michigan · 11.9 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Lost Lake

Michigan · 12.6 mi

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

South Reek Road

Michigan · 13.0 mi

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green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

6th Street

Michigan · 13.4 mi

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aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

East Lake Road

Michigan · 13.4 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Highway 31

Michigan · 14.4 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Gunn Lake

Michigan · 15.1 mi

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green-leafed trees

South Wahalla

Michigan · 16.3 mi

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Tallman Lake

Michigan · 16.5 mi

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Ford Lake

Michigan · 16.5 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Hoags Lake

Michigan · 17.5 mi

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green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Canfield Lake

Michigan · 17.8 mi

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woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

2nd Avenue

Michigan · 18.8 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Douglas Park

Michigan · 19.9 mi

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

Sengs Marina

Michigan · 20.4 mi

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green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Arthur Street

Michigan · 20.8 mi

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woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Penny Park

Michigan · 20.8 mi

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aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Silver Lake State Park

Michigan · 21.2 mi

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woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Insta Launch Campground and Marina

Michigan · 21.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Ludington, MI?

Top picks near Ludington include 2nd Avenue, Penny Park, Hackert Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Ludington?

Near Ludington 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 Ludington?

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