Best Places to Kayak Near Manchester Township, NJ

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

30 nearby19 Bays8 Rivers3 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Manchester Township

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Barnegat Light Municipal

Standout kayak fishing on Intracoastal Waterway/Barnegat Bay

BayBeginner19 mi away
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Coty Marine

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

BayBeginner15 mi away
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South Harbor, Oregon Ave., Waretown

Open-water sea kayaking access on Barnegat Bay

BayBeginner15 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

East Dover Marina, Toms River

New Jersey · 9.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pine Beach Municipal Boat

New Jersey · 9.7 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Island Heights Municipal

New Jersey · 11.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Up The Creek Marina, Bayville

New Jersey · 12.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Rick's Marina/Marine Plaza, Forked River

New Jersey · 12.4 mi

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A boat speeds across the blue water.

Laurel Harbor Marina, Lanoka Harbor

New Jersey · 12.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Townsend's Marina, Forked River

New Jersey · 12.4 mi

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white and orange boat on dock during daytime

Berkeley Township Municipal Ramp

New Jersey · 12.4 mi

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

Butler Boulevard, Bayville

New Jersey · 12.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Downe's Fishing Camp, Bayville

New Jersey · 12.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Trixie's Landing, Bayville

New Jersey · 13.0 mi

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

Drumpoint Marina

New Jersey · 14.3 mi

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A body of water with boats in it

Coty Marine

New Jersey · 14.6 mi

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

Baltic Marina, Baltic Ave., Waretown

New Jersey · 14.6 mi

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

South Harbor, Oregon Ave., Waretown

New Jersey · 14.6 mi

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

Seaside Park Municipal

New Jersey · 14.8 mi

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

Bayside Marina, Seaside Heights

New Jersey · 14.9 mi

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man in black jacket riding yellow and white personal watercraft on water during daytime

Cranberry Inlet Marina

New Jersey · 14.9 mi

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man in black jacket riding yellow and white personal watercraft on water during daytime

Lavallette Municipal

New Jersey · 15.2 mi

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

Chadwick Island Marina

New Jersey · 15.8 mi

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man in black jacket riding yellow and white personal watercraft on water during daytime

Barnegat Municipal Boat Basin

New Jersey · 16.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Sherman's Boat Basin, Brick

New Jersey · 16.7 mi

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

Brick Municipal Marina at Mantoloking Cove

New Jersey · 17.1 mi

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white and orange boat on dock during daytime

Point Pleasant Municipal

New Jersey · 18.2 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cove Haven Marina, Brick

New Jersey · 18.3 mi

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

Barnegat Light Municipal

New Jersey · 18.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Manasquan Marine Center, Manasquan

New Jersey · 20.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A boat speeds across the blue water.

Causeway Marina

New Jersey · 21.9 mi

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

Stafford Municipal Boat

New Jersey · 22.1 mi

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

Surf City Marina

New Jersey · 22.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Manchester Township.

Lakehurst, NJ6 miBeachwood, NJ9 miBayville, NJ9 miPine Beach, NJ10 miBrowns Mills, NJ11 miToms River, NJ11 miIsland Heights, NJ11 miNew Egypt, NJ11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Manchester Township, NJ?

Top picks near Manchester Township include Barnegat Light Municipal, Coty Marine, South Harbor, Oregon Ave., Waretown. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Manchester Township?

Near Manchester Township 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 Manchester Township?

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