Best Places to Kayak Near Mount Vernon, NY
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Mount Vernon, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Mount Vernon
1Hazzard's Ramp/Palisades Interstate Park, Englewood Cliffs
Standout kayak fishing on Hudson River
2Hudson River
Just 5 miles from Mount Vernon — the closest quality launch
3Pelham Bay Park (Orchard Beach Lagoon)
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
Shoelace (Bronx River Parkway)
New York · 2.2 mi
Fort Knox
New York · 2.7 mi
Pelham Bay Park (Orchard Beach Lagoon)
New York · 3.2 mi
Kazimiroff Boulevard at Bronx River Parkway
New York · 3.4 mi
Hudson River
New York · 4.6 mi
Campbell Sports Center/Muscota Marsh
New York · 4.8 mi
Sherman Creek Park
New York · 5.3 mi
Inwood Hill Park
New York · 5.6 mi
Roberto Clemente State Park
New York · 5.7 mi
Starlight Park
New York · 5.7 mi
Concrete Plant Park
New York · 6.3 mi
Hunts Point Riverside Park
New York · 6.6 mi
Soundview Park
New York · 6.9 mi
Clason Point Park
New York · 7.1 mi
Hazzard's Ramp/Palisades Interstate Park, Englewood Cliffs
New Jersey · 7.4 mi
Hunts Point Landing
New York · 7.5 mi
Barretto Point Park
New York · 7.6 mi
Francis Lewis Park
New York · 7.7 mi
Hermon A MacNeil Park
New York · 8.0 mi
Little Bay Park (Fort Totten)
New York · 8.6 mi
Randalls Island
New York · 8.6 mi
West Harlem Piers Park
New York · 8.8 mi
Bayside Marina
New York · 9.6 mi
Flushing Meadows Corona Park
New York · 10.0 mi
Hallets Cove Beach (Socrates Sculpture Park)
New York · 10.8 mi
Riverside Park (79th Street)
New York · 11.4 mi
NBT00915
New Jersey · 11.5 mi
NBT01215
New Jersey · 11.5 mi
NBT01415
New Jersey · 11.6 mi
GT00115
New Jersey · 11.7 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Mount Vernon, NY?
Top picks near Mount Vernon include Hazzard's Ramp/Palisades Interstate Park, Englewood Cliffs, Hudson River, Pelham Bay Park (Orchard Beach Lagoon). 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 Mount Vernon?
Near Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Mount Vernon are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.