Best Places to Kayak Near Nashville, NC

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

30 nearby14 Rivers9 Lakes6 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Nashville

green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime1

Henrico

Standout kayak fishing on Roanoke River (Lake Gaston)

LakeBeginner37 mi away
A large body of water surrounded by trees2

Fifth Street Landing

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

LakeBeginner37 mi away
red and white kayak on lake during daytime3

Hawtree Creek

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

LakeBeginner40 mi away
a river running through a lush green forest

Unnamed Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 7.3 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Tar River Reservoir Boat Ramp access

North Carolina · 7.9 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Sunset Park

North Carolina · 8.2 mi

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

BATTLE PARK

North Carolina · 9.4 mi

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brown boat on water

Dunbar Bridge

North Carolina · 17.3 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Bells Bridge

North Carolina · 23.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Riverfront Park

North Carolina · 24.9 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Old Sparta

North Carolina · 26.6 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Falkland

North Carolina · 33.0 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Salmons Landing

North Carolina · 34.7 mi

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red and white kayak on lake during daytime

Summit

North Carolina · 35.3 mi

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white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Edwards Ferry

North Carolina · 35.7 mi

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red and white kayak on lake during daytime

Thelma

North Carolina · 36.0 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Weldon

North Carolina · 36.9 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Vultare

North Carolina · 37.1 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Fifth Street Landing

North Carolina · 37.3 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Henrico

North Carolina · 37.3 mi

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

ODOM

North Carolina · 37.3 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Flemingtown Landing

North Carolina · 38.0 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Kerr Lake Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 38.0 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Kerr Reservoir boat Ramp

North Carolina · 38.4 mi

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a large field of green plants next to a river

Nutbush Boat Ramp, Kerr Lake

North Carolina · 38.5 mi

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brown boat on water

Gaston

North Carolina · 38.7 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Upper Bartons Creek

North Carolina · 38.9 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

JC Cooper Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 39.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Smithfield

North Carolina · 39.1 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Holly Point

North Carolina · 39.1 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Satterwhite Boat Ramp at Kerr Lake

North Carolina · 39.2 mi

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red and white kayak on lake during daytime

Hawtree Creek

North Carolina · 39.8 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Snow Hill

North Carolina · 39.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Nashville.

Red Oak, NC5 miSpring Hope, NC9 miCastalia, NC10 miSharpsburg, NC11 miRocky Mount, NC11 miElm City, NC13 miBailey, NC14 miWhitakers, NC15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Nashville include Henrico, Fifth Street Landing, Hawtree Creek. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

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.