Best Places to Kayak Near Nashville, GA

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

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Top Picks Near Nashville

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Grand Bay Wildlife Management Area

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

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Banks Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner14 mi away
a body of water surrounded by a forest3

Paradise Public Fishing Area - Lake Russell

Just 15 miles from Nashville — the closest quality launch

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a body of water with trees in the background

Banks Lake

Georgia · 14.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Paradise Public Fishing Area - Lake Russell

Georgia · 14.6 mi

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brown wooden house on lake during daytime

Lake Irma

Georgia · 14.6 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Paradise Public Fishing Area - Lake Beaver

Georgia · 14.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Paradise Public Fishing Area - Horseshoe 5

Georgia · 14.9 mi

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Paradise Public Fishing Area - Horseshoe 4

Georgia · 15.1 mi

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Paradise Public Fishing Area - Tacklebuster Lake

Georgia · 15.1 mi

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

Paradise Public Fishing Area - Horseshoe 3

Georgia · 15.2 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Paradise Public Fishing Area - Lake Patrict

Georgia · 15.4 mi

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Paradise Public Fishing Area - Lake Bobben

Georgia · 15.5 mi

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Paradise Public Fishing Area - Lake Paradise

Georgia · 16.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Reed Bingham State Park (East)

Georgia · 18.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Grand Bay Wildlife Management Area

Georgia · 18.8 mi

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a tent on a lake

Reed Bingham State Park (West)

Georgia · 18.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Cook County Landing (SR76 Bridge)

Georgia · 19.3 mi

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a person in a small boat on a lake

Troupeville Landing

Georgia · 25.5 mi

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A boat floating on top of a river next to a lush green hillside

Atkinson County Landing (Highway 64 Bridge)

Georgia · 28.8 mi

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

Axson (Highway 234 Bridge)

Georgia · 32.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a blue sky

Knights Ferry

Georgia · 36.7 mi

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Nankin

Georgia · 38.0 mi

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State Line (Madison Highway)

Georgia · 39.8 mi

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A river running through a forest filled with lots of trees

Ben Hill County Landing

Georgia · 41.4 mi

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Coffee County Landing (Mobley Bluff)

Georgia · 41.8 mi

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a pond with lily pads and water lillies

Cherry Lake Public Boat Ramp

Florida · 42.0 mi

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two people in kayaks paddling on the water

Alapaha River Boat Ramp

Florida · 42.9 mi

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A boat floating on top of a river next to a lush green hillside

Barr's Bluff Landing

Georgia · 43.5 mi

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Flat Tub Landing

Georgia · 45.8 mi

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Dodge Lake Landing

Georgia · 46.3 mi

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A river running through a forest filled with lots of trees

Scuffle Bluff

Georgia · 48.0 mi

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

Rocky Hammock Landing

Georgia · 48.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Nashville.

Ray City, GA9 miAdel, GA13 miSparks, GA13 miAlapaha, GA13 miLenox, GA13 miEnigma, GA14 miLakeland, GA14 miWillacoochee, GA15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Nashville, GA?

Top picks near Nashville include Grand Bay Wildlife Management Area, Banks Lake, Paradise Public Fishing Area - Lake Russell. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Nashville?

Near Nashville 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 Nashville?

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