Best Places to Kayak Near Marysville, CA
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Marysville, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Marysville
1North Forebay Aquatic Center
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Thermalito Forebay North
Open-water sea kayaking access on Thermalito Forebay-North
3Thermalito Afterbay (Monument Hill Boat)
A top-rated bay launch on Thermalito Afterbay
Yuba City
California · 4.2 mi
Boyd Pump
California · 7.5 mi
Live Oak Riverfront Park
California · 10.8 mi
North Recreation Area
California · 13.0 mi
Englebright Reservoir (Narrows)
California · 15.3 mi
Englebright Reservoir (Joe Miller)
California · 15.6 mi
Collins Lake Recreation Area
California · 17.0 mi
Tisdale
California · 18.0 mi
Grimes Landing
California · 19.7 mi
Wards Boat Landing
California · 22.5 mi
Feather River
California · 22.5 mi
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area (West Park Riverbend )
California · 25.3 mi
Bert's Steelhead Marina
California · 25.4 mi
Thermalito Afterbay (Monument Hill Boat)
California · 25.5 mi
Thermalito Afterbay
California · 25.7 mi
Knights Landing Fishing Access
California · 25.9 mi
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area - Thermalito Forebay
California · 26.1 mi
Bullards Bar Reservoir (Cottage Creek )
California · 26.8 mi
Colusa-Sacramento River State Recreation Area
California · 26.9 mi
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area -Loafer Creek
California · 27.1 mi
North Forebay Aquatic Center
California · 27.2 mi
Thermalito Forebay North
California · 27.2 mi
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area - Wyke Island
California · 28.0 mi
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area -Spillway
California · 28.2 mi
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area (Enterprise Area)
California · 29.0 mi
Bullards Bar Reservoir (Dark Day )
California · 29.8 mi
Auburn State Recreation Area (Lake Clementine )
California · 30.3 mi
Greenhorn Campground
California · 30.6 mi
Orchard Springs Resort
California · 30.6 mi
Peninsula Camping and Boating Resort
California · 30.8 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Marysville, CA?
Top picks near Marysville include North Forebay Aquatic Center, Thermalito Forebay North, Thermalito Afterbay (Monument Hill Boat). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.
What types of paddling can I do near Marysville?
Near Marysville 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 Marysville?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Marysville are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.