Best Places to Kayak Near New Bedford, MA

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

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Top Picks Near New Bedford

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Town of Mattapoisett Wharf

Standout kayak fishing on Buzzards Bay

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Old Landing Wharf

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

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Town of Dartmouth Landing (Water Street)

Open-water sea kayaking access on Apponagansett Bay

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Gifford Street

Massachusetts · 1.5 mi

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Jim Holmes at Pease Park

Massachusetts · 1.6 mi

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Moby Dick Marina

Massachusetts · 1.8 mi

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East Rodney French Boulevard

Massachusetts · 2.3 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Clarks Cove

Massachusetts · 2.4 mi

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West Rodney French Boulevard

Massachusetts · 2.7 mi

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Town of Dartmouth Landing (Water Street)

Massachusetts · 3.3 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Apponagansett Bay

Massachusetts · 3.6 mi

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Arthur F. Dias Town Landing

Massachusetts · 3.6 mi

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Seaview Avenue Beach

Massachusetts · 4.3 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Hoppy's Landing

Massachusetts · 5.5 mi

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Town of Mattapoisett Landing

Massachusetts · 5.9 mi

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Town of Mattapoisett Wharf

Massachusetts · 6.6 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Mattapoisett H. Short Wharf

Massachusetts · 6.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by rocks and trees

Hix Bridge Town Landing

Massachusetts · 8.2 mi

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Long Pond

Massachusetts · 10.3 mi

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Old Landing Wharf

Massachusetts · 10.3 mi

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Horseneck Beach State Reservation

Massachusetts · 10.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

South Watuppa Pond

Massachusetts · 10.8 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Stafford Pond

Rhode Island · 10.9 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Mary's Pond

Massachusetts · 11.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Snipatuit Pond

Massachusetts · 11.2 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Wings Cove

Massachusetts · 11.8 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Cook Pond

Massachusetts · 12.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wewantic River Estuary

Massachusetts · 12.6 mi

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Bicentennial Park

Massachusetts · 12.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hathaway Park

Massachusetts · 13.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Village Waterfront Park

Massachusetts · 13.4 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Swifts Beach

Massachusetts · 13.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Sakonnet River Bridge

Rhode Island · 14.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of New Bedford.

Dartmouth, MA2 miFairhaven, MA2 miNorth Dartmouth, MA3 miSouth Dartmouth, MA3 miAcushnet, MA5 miMattapoisett, MA7 miWestport, MA8 miEast Freetown, MA9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near New Bedford, MA?

Top picks near New Bedford include Town of Mattapoisett Wharf, Old Landing Wharf, Town of Dartmouth Landing (Water Street). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near New Bedford?

Near New Bedford 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 New Bedford?

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