Best Places to Kayak Near Montauk, NY

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

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Top Picks Near Montauk

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Bayberry Lane

Open-water sea kayaking access on Atlantic Ocean/Long Island Sound

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Dock Road

A top-rated ocean launch on Atlantic Ocean/Long Island Sound

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Barn Island

A top-rated ocean launch on Atlantic Ocean/Long Island Sound

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Fort Pond

New York · 0.7 mi

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Marina

Connecticut · 19.4 mi

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Bayberry Lane

Connecticut · 19.9 mi

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Barn Island

Connecticut · 20.5 mi

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Bluff Point Boat Launch

Connecticut · 20.6 mi

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Greenhaven Marina

Connecticut · 20.6 mi

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Lotteryville Marina

Rhode Island · 20.7 mi

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Grays Boatyard

Rhode Island · 20.8 mi

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Dock Road

Connecticut · 21.0 mi

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Indian Head Neck Road

Rhode Island · 21.4 mi

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Mystic River Boat Launch

Connecticut · 22.7 mi

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Niantic River

Connecticut · 22.8 mi

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Harbor Hill Marina

Connecticut · 23.1 mi

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Thames River (Kenneth Streeter)

Connecticut · 23.2 mi

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Quonochontaug Breachway

Rhode Island · 23.2 mi

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Thames River

Connecticut · 23.2 mi

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Westerley Municipal

Rhode Island · 23.5 mi

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Dodge Pond

Connecticut · 23.6 mi

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Four Mile River

Connecticut · 23.8 mi

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Chapman Pond

Rhode Island · 24.4 mi

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Gorton Pond

Connecticut · 24.5 mi

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Great Island

Connecticut · 25.9 mi

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Burlingame State Park Campground

Rhode Island · 26.5 mi

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Pattagansett Lake

Connecticut · 26.8 mi

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Watchaug Pond

Rhode Island · 26.8 mi

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Charlestown Breachway

Rhode Island · 26.8 mi

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Bradford Landing

Rhode Island · 26.9 mi

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Charlestown (Town Beach)

Rhode Island · 27.5 mi

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Lieutenant River

Connecticut · 27.6 mi

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Ocean House Marina

Rhode Island · 27.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Montauk.

Amagansett, NY12 miEast Hampton, NY13 miFishers Island, NY16 miWainscott, NY17 miOrient, NY19 miSagaponack, NY19 miSag Harbor, NY19 miBridgehampton, NY20 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Montauk, NY?

Top picks near Montauk include Bayberry Lane, Dock Road, Barn Island. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, oceans.

What types of paddling can I do near Montauk?

Near Montauk 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 Montauk?

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