Best Places to Kayak Near Marietta, NC

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

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Top Picks Near Marietta

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Lennons Bridge

Standout kayak fishing on Big Swamp

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Lake Waccamaw

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

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Gunters Lake

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

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Causey Landing

South Carolina · 5.9 mi

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Fair Bluff

North Carolina · 6.2 mi

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

Ricefield Cove

South Carolina · 10.1 mi

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Boardman

North Carolina · 10.6 mi

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Lester Road Bridge

South Carolina · 11.8 mi

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Fork Retch

South Carolina · 12.9 mi

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Dillon County Park

South Carolina · 13.2 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by autumn trees under a clear sky

Red Bluff

South Carolina · 14.4 mi

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

Moccasins Bluff

South Carolina · 15.5 mi

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Lennons Bridge

North Carolina · 15.9 mi

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Sandy Bluff

South Carolina · 16.4 mi

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High Hill

North Carolina · 17.3 mi

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Mcneils Bridge

North Carolina · 18.1 mi

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Joseph Holiday

South Carolina · 22.7 mi

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Huggins

South Carolina · 24.0 mi

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Knife Island

South Carolina · 25.0 mi

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

Davis

South Carolina · 25.8 mi

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Highway 76/301 Bridge

South Carolina · 26.8 mi

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green trees near body of water during daytime

Locust Tree

South Carolina · 30.9 mi

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Gunters Lake

South Carolina · 31.0 mi

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Tar Heel

North Carolina · 32.3 mi

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Cashua Ferry (Highway 34 Bridge)

South Carolina · 32.6 mi

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Lake Waccamaw

North Carolina · 32.9 mi

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Highway 327 Bridge

South Carolina · 33.8 mi

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

Hughes Landing

South Carolina · 34.0 mi

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Water reflects lush green trees and blue sky.

Dewitts Bluff

South Carolina · 34.3 mi

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Whipples Landing

South Carolina · 34.4 mi

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Dargans Pond

South Carolina · 34.5 mi

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Tory Hole

North Carolina · 34.7 mi

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Blues (Hunts Bluff)

South Carolina · 35.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Marietta.

Lake View, SC4 miBarnesville, NC5 miOrrum, NC8 miFair Bluff, NC8 miFairmont, NC8 miProctorville, NC9 miNichols, SC9 miFork, SC9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Marietta include Lennons Bridge, Lake Waccamaw, Gunters Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, estuarys.

What types of paddling can I do near Marietta?

Near Marietta 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 Marietta?

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