Best Places to Kayak Near Manns Harbor, NC

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

30 nearby10 Bays8 Rivers6 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Manns Harbor

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Sound Park

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

BayBeginner16 mi away
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Manteo Waterfront Public Boat Ramp

Open-water sea kayaking access on Shallowbag Bay

BayBeginner15 mi away
A person standing on a paddle board in the water3

Poplar Branch

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

BayBeginner28 mi away
a body of water with trees around it

East Lake Ferry

North Carolina · 1.6 mi

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man riding on kayak

Alligator River Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 4.9 mi

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red and white kayak on lake during daytime

Mashoes

North Carolina · 7.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Manns Harbor

North Carolina · 9.8 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Frying Pan

North Carolina · 10.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

BOWSERTOWN ROAD

North Carolina · 15.0 mi

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brown boat on water

Crawford Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 15.3 mi

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white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Manteo Waterfront Public Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 15.5 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Gum Neck Landing

North Carolina · 16.1 mi

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brown boat on water

Sound Park

North Carolina · 16.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Washington Baum Bridge

North Carolina · 17.2 mi

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Bob Perry Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 17.4 mi

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Avalon Beach

North Carolina · 17.7 mi

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Stumpy Point

North Carolina · 17.9 mi

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Columbia

North Carolina · 18.8 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Big Flatty

North Carolina · 21.0 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Oregon Inlet Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 23.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Creswell

North Carolina · 24.7 mi

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

Sawmill Park

North Carolina · 25.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Engelhard

North Carolina · 25.9 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Milltown Public Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 26.9 mi

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white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Perquimans

North Carolina · 27.0 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Poplar Branch

North Carolina · 27.8 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Halls Creek

North Carolina · 29.5 mi

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

Snug Harbor Boat Ramp on the Yeopim River

North Carolina · 29.7 mi

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

Waterfront Park

North Carolina · 32.1 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

County Line Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 32.3 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Lake Mattamuskeet

North Carolina · 32.4 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Coinjock

North Carolina · 32.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

RODANTHE

North Carolina · 33.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Manns Harbor.

Stumpy Point, NC9 miManteo, NC15 miPoint Harbor, NC16 miHarbinger, NC16 miColumbia, NC16 miKill Devil Hills, NC17 miWanchese, NC17 miPowells Point, NC17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Manns Harbor, NC?

Top picks near Manns Harbor include Sound Park, Manteo Waterfront Public Boat Ramp, Poplar Branch. 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 Manns Harbor?

Near Manns Harbor 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 Manns Harbor?

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