Best Places to Kayak Near North Dartmouth, MA

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

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Top Picks Near North Dartmouth

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Town of Mattapoisett Wharf

Standout kayak fishing on Buzzards Bay

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Arthur F. Dias Town Landing

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

BayBeginner4 mi away
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Town of Dartmouth Landing (Water Street)

Open-water sea kayaking access on Apponagansett Bay

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

Apponagansett Bay

Massachusetts · 4.0 mi

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Arthur F. Dias Town Landing

Massachusetts · 4.0 mi

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Town of Dartmouth Landing (Water Street)

Massachusetts · 4.2 mi

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Gifford Street

Massachusetts · 4.3 mi

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Moby Dick Marina

Massachusetts · 4.4 mi

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Jim Holmes at Pease Park

Massachusetts · 4.6 mi

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

Clarks Cove

Massachusetts · 4.7 mi

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West Rodney French Boulevard

Massachusetts · 4.9 mi

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East Rodney French Boulevard

Massachusetts · 4.9 mi

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Hix Bridge Town Landing

Massachusetts · 5.9 mi

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Seaview Avenue Beach

Massachusetts · 7.3 mi

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Stafford Pond

Rhode Island · 7.9 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

South Watuppa Pond

Massachusetts · 7.9 mi

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

Hoppy's Landing

Massachusetts · 8.3 mi

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Town of Mattapoisett Landing

Massachusetts · 8.9 mi

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Horseneck Beach State Reservation

Massachusetts · 9.1 mi

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Cook Pond

Massachusetts · 9.5 mi

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Town of Mattapoisett Wharf

Massachusetts · 9.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Mattapoisett H. Short Wharf

Massachusetts · 9.6 mi

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Bicentennial Park

Massachusetts · 10.2 mi

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Long Pond

Massachusetts · 10.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Sakonnet River Bridge

Rhode Island · 11.1 mi

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

Marina

Rhode Island · 11.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Village Waterfront Park

Massachusetts · 11.5 mi

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Stone Bridge

Rhode Island · 11.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hathaway Park

Massachusetts · 11.7 mi

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

Gull Cove State

Rhode Island · 12.1 mi

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Fogland

Rhode Island · 12.5 mi

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

Broad Cove

Massachusetts · 12.6 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Snipatuit Pond

Massachusetts · 12.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of North Dartmouth.

Dartmouth, MA1 miNew Bedford, MA3 miSouth Dartmouth, MA4 miWestport, MA5 miFairhaven, MA6 miAcushnet, MA6 miWestport Point, MA9 miAdamsville, RI9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near North Dartmouth, MA?

Top picks near North Dartmouth include Town of Mattapoisett Wharf, Arthur F. Dias Town Landing, 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 North Dartmouth?

Near North Dartmouth 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 North Dartmouth?

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