Best Places to Kayak Near Medford, OR

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

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A person in a red boat on a river

Tou Velle State Park

Oregon · 8.3 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by a forest

Agate Lake County Park

Oregon · 8.6 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Fishers Ferry

Oregon · 10.1 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Gold Hill

Oregon · 11.4 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Sardine Creek

Oregon · 12.8 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Valley of the Rogue State Park

Oregon · 13.8 mi

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green trees near body of water during daytime

Dodge Bridge Park

Oregon · 14.5 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Coyote Evans Wayside

Oregon · 16.4 mi

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2 person riding on pink kayak on body of water during daytime

Emigrant Lake North

Oregon · 17.7 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Emigrant Lake West

Oregon · 17.8 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Takelma Park

Oregon · 17.9 mi

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A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Patrick Dunn

Oregon · 18.7 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Songer Wayside

Oregon · 19.4 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Pierce Riffle

Oregon · 19.5 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Chinook Park

Oregon · 20.5 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Shady Cove

Oregon · 20.7 mi

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green trees beside river under white sky during daytime

French Gulch

Oregon · 21.8 mi

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green trees beside river under white sky during daytime

Hart-Tish

Oregon · 22.2 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Baker Park

Oregon · 23.4 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Riverside Park

Oregon · 23.6 mi

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2 person riding on pink kayak on body of water during daytime

Hyatt Lake Resort

Oregon · 23.7 mi

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a dock with a row of canoes on it

Hyatt Lake Recreation Area

Oregon · 24.0 mi

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A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Grizzly Creek

Oregon · 24.0 mi

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a dock with a row of canoes on it

Copper

Oregon · 24.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Mountain View

Oregon · 24.2 mi

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A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Wildcat Campground

Oregon · 24.3 mi

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A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Willow Lake County Park

Oregon · 24.3 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Rogue Elk Park

Oregon · 24.6 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Howard Prairie Resort

Oregon · 25.0 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Casey State Park

Oregon · 25.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Medford, OR?

Top picks near Medford include Agate Lake County Park, Emigrant Lake North, Emigrant Lake West. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Medford?

Near Medford 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 Medford?

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