Best Places to Kayak Near North Haven, ME

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

30 nearby12 Bays11 Lakes5 Rivers
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Top Picks Near North Haven

Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.1

Carvers Harbor

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

BayBeginner7 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks2

Belfast Bay

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner21 mi away
A large body of water with a small island in the distance3

Burnt Coat Harbor (Bonatti)

A top-rated bay launch on the bay

BayBeginner21 mi away
Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Carvers Harbor

Maine · 7.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Fish Pier Road

Maine · 10.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Sun setting over a calm lake with mountains.

Boat Services

Maine · 10.2 mi

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

Gilkeys Harbor

Maine · 10.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A view of a rocky shore with a lighthouse in the distance

Rockport Harbor

Maine · 10.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat floating on top of a lake next to a forest

West Penobscot Bay

Maine · 11.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a person in a boat in the ocean

Rockland Harbor

Maine · 12.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Sun setting over a calm lake with mountains.

Chickawaukie Pond

Maine · 12.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A boat floating on top of a lake surrounded by trees

Megunticook Lake (Route 52)

Maine · 13.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A boat floating on top of a lake surrounded by trees

Eggemoggin Reach

Maine · 13.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small plane is traveling across the water

Megunticook Lake (Route 105)

Maine · 13.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky

Weskeag River

Maine · 14.3 mi

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

Penobscot Bay

Maine · 15.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A boat floating on top of a lake next to a forest

Walker Pond

Maine · 15.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small boat floating on top of a lake

St. George River

Maine · 16.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Alford Lake

Maine · 19.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Bagaduce River

Maine · 19.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

First Pond

Maine · 20.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

South Pond

Maine · 20.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

St. George River

Maine · 20.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and blue boat on dock during daytime

Seven Tree Pond

Maine · 20.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Belfast Bay

Maine · 20.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Tenants Harbor

Maine · 21.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A large body of water with a small island in the distance

Burnt Coat Harbor (Bonatti)

Maine · 21.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat traveling on the water at sunset

Blue Hill Bay

Maine · 21.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a large body of water with trees in the background

Searsport Harbor

Maine · 21.6 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
a boat floating on top of a lake next to a forest

Mackerel Cove

Maine · 22.2 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Stockton Harbor

Maine · 22.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Penobscot River

Maine · 22.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Calm blue water with a forested shoreline and buildings.

Northern Bay

Maine · 22.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

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

Vinalhaven, ME7 miSunset, ME9 miStonington, ME10 miGlen Cove, ME11 miCamden, ME11 miRockport, ME12 miIslesboro, ME12 miOwls Head, ME12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near North Haven, ME?

Top picks near North Haven include Carvers Harbor, Belfast Bay, Burnt Coat Harbor (Bonatti). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near North Haven?

Near North Haven 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 Haven?

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