Best Places to Kayak Near Merritt, NC

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

30 nearby13 Creeks7 Rivers6 Bays
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Top Picks Near Merritt

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Morehead City

Standout kayak fishing on Bogue Sound (Intracoastal Waterway)

BayBeginner28 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Oyster Creek

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

BayBeginner25 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Swan Quarter

Open-water sea kayaking access on Unnamed Canal (Swanquarter Bay)

BayBeginner29 mi away
green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Vandemere

North Carolina · 4.8 mi

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Oriental

North Carolina · 6.7 mi

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Dawson Creek

North Carolina · 9.1 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Smiths Creek

North Carolina · 10.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Lees Landing

North Carolina · 13.3 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Aurora

North Carolina · 13.3 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Hancock Creek

North Carolina · 16.6 mi

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Union Point Boat ramp

North Carolina · 19.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Bridgeton

North Carolina · 19.7 mi

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Jack's Island @ Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 19.8 mi

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Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 20.0 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Brices Creek

North Carolina · 20.4 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Slocum Creek

North Carolina · 20.4 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Wrights Creek

North Carolina · 21.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cool Springs

North Carolina · 22.2 mi

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Cedar Island

North Carolina · 22.9 mi

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

Salters Creek

North Carolina · 23.3 mi

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Blounts Creek

North Carolina · 24.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Oyster Creek

North Carolina · 25.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Newport

North Carolina · 25.5 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Spring Garden

North Carolina · 26.2 mi

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Cedar Island National Refuge Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 26.5 mi

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Great Lake

North Carolina · 27.0 mi

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man riding on kayak

West Beaufort

North Carolina · 27.5 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cow Pen Landing

North Carolina · 27.6 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Morehead City

North Carolina · 27.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Dinah's Landing

North Carolina · 27.9 mi

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man riding on kayak

Rose Bay

North Carolina · 28.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Swan Quarter

North Carolina · 28.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Straits Landing

North Carolina · 28.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Merritt.

Stonewall, NC3 miBayboro, NC4 miVandemere, NC6 miOriental, NC6 miAlliance, NC6 miArapahoe, NC10 miGrantsboro, NC10 miHobucken, NC12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Merritt include Morehead City, Oyster Creek, Swan Quarter. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Merritt?

Near Merritt 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 Merritt?

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