Best Places to Kayak Near Midway Park, NC

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

30 nearby13 Rivers8 Creeks4 Bays
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Top Picks Near Midway Park

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McNeil Park

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

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Emerald Isle

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bogue Sound (Intracoastal Waterway)

BayBeginner18 mi away
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Surf City

Standout kayak fishing on Topsail Sound

BayBeginner24 mi away
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Northeast Creek Park boat ramp

North Carolina · 2.2 mi

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Jacksonville Landing

North Carolina · 6.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Willis Landing

North Carolina · 8.4 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Freeman Creek Boat Launch

North Carolina · 9.9 mi

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Haywood Landing

North Carolina · 10.0 mi

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Shell Rock Landing

North Carolina · 10.1 mi

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Onslow Beach Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 10.9 mi

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Sneads Ferry

North Carolina · 11.8 mi

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Cedar Point

North Carolina · 12.5 mi

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West Onslow Beach

North Carolina · 17.0 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Great Lake

North Carolina · 17.8 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with lots of rocks

Turkey Creek

North Carolina · 18.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Emerald Isle

North Carolina · 18.3 mi

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Pollocksville

North Carolina · 20.4 mi

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Morris Landing

North Carolina · 20.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Trenton

North Carolina · 23.2 mi

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Surf City

North Carolina · 24.4 mi

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Slocum Creek

North Carolina · 25.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Newport

North Carolina · 26.4 mi

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Brices Creek

North Carolina · 27.1 mi

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Hampstead

North Carolina · 27.5 mi

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

Shelter Creek

North Carolina · 28.6 mi

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McNeil Park

North Carolina · 29.5 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Hancock Creek

North Carolina · 29.6 mi

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Jack's Island @ Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 30.0 mi

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Chinquapin

North Carolina · 30.0 mi

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Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 30.0 mi

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Sawpit Landing

North Carolina · 30.1 mi

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Union Point Boat ramp

North Carolina · 30.7 mi

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Holly Shelter

North Carolina · 30.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Midway Park.

Tarawa Terrace, NC4 miCamp Lejeune, NC4 miHubert, NC7 miMccutcheon Field, NC7 miJacksonville, NC8 miSwansboro, NC11 miMaysville, NC11 miStella, NC11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Midway Park, NC?

Top picks near Midway Park include McNeil Park, Emerald Isle, Surf City. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Midway Park?

Near Midway Park 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 Midway Park?

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