Best Places to Kayak Near Norcross, GA

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

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Top Picks Near Norcross

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

Paces Mill

Just 14 miles from Norcross — the closest quality launch

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Powers Island

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Shoal Creek Park

Standout kayak fishing on Chattahoochee River - Lake Lanier

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Garrard Landing Park

Georgia · 4.1 mi

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Jones Bridge

Georgia · 4.8 mi

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Abbots Bridge

Georgia · 6.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a blue sky

Island Ford

Georgia · 7.5 mi

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

McGinnis Ferry

Georgia · 9.9 mi

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Bull Sluice Lake

Georgia · 10.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Morgan Falls Park

Georgia · 10.3 mi

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Stone Mountain Lake

Georgia · 10.8 mi

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Johnson Ferry

Georgia · 11.4 mi

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Paces Mill

Georgia · 14.4 mi

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Powers Island

Georgia · 14.5 mi

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Paces Mill

Georgia · 15.0 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Lower Pool Park

Georgia · 16.8 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Lanier Park

Georgia · 16.9 mi

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East Bank Park

Georgia · 16.9 mi

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Tribble Mill Park

Georgia · 17.0 mi

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

Sawnee Campground

Georgia · 18.0 mi

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Habersham Marina

Georgia · 18.4 mi

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Mary Alice Park

Georgia · 18.9 mi

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Shoal Creek Park

Georgia · 18.9 mi

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a couple of people in a small boat on a lake

Tidwell Park

Georgia · 19.4 mi

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Black Shoals Park

Georgia · 19.6 mi

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Bald Ridge Marina

Georgia · 19.7 mi

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Aquamarina Lazy Days

Georgia · 19.7 mi

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brown wooden house on lake during daytime

Big Creek

Georgia · 19.8 mi

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Holiday Marina on Lake Lanier

Georgia · 19.9 mi

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Bald Ridge Creek

Georgia · 19.9 mi

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Burton Mill

Georgia · 20.5 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Shady Grove Park

Georgia · 20.6 mi

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Van Pugh South

Georgia · 21.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Norcross include Paces Mill, Powers Island, Shoal Creek Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Norcross?

Near Norcross 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 Norcross?

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