Best Places to Kayak Near North Metro, GA

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

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Top Picks Near North Metro

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Powers Island

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Paces Mill

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner18 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains3

Shoal Creek Park

Standout kayak fishing on Chattahoochee River - Lake Lanier

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Abbots Bridge

Georgia · 3.5 mi

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a person in a small boat on a lake

Jones Bridge

Georgia · 5.8 mi

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

McGinnis Ferry

Georgia · 5.9 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Garrard Landing Park

Georgia · 6.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a blue sky

Island Ford

Georgia · 10.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Bull Sluice Lake

Georgia · 12.4 mi

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Stone Mountain Lake

Georgia · 12.6 mi

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Lanier Park

Georgia · 13.1 mi

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East Bank Park

Georgia · 13.1 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Lower Pool Park

Georgia · 13.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Morgan Falls Park

Georgia · 13.4 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Tribble Mill Park

Georgia · 14.4 mi

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

Sawnee Campground

Georgia · 14.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Johnson Ferry

Georgia · 14.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Shoal Creek Park

Georgia · 15.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Habersham Marina

Georgia · 15.1 mi

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a person in a small boat on a lake

Mary Alice Park

Georgia · 15.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Aquamarina Lazy Days

Georgia · 15.7 mi

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Tidwell Park

Georgia · 15.8 mi

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Big Creek

Georgia · 15.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Holiday Marina on Lake Lanier

Georgia · 15.9 mi

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a tent on a lake

Bald Ridge Marina

Georgia · 16.3 mi

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a tent on a lake

Bald Ridge Creek

Georgia · 16.4 mi

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Burton Mill

Georgia · 16.5 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Shady Grove Park

Georgia · 16.9 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Van Pugh South

Georgia · 17.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Van Pugh North

Georgia · 17.4 mi

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a tent on a lake

Young Deer Park

Georgia · 17.7 mi

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

Powers Island

Georgia · 18.3 mi

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

Paces Mill

Georgia · 18.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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

Duluth, GA3 miNorcross, GA4 miSuwanee, GA7 miLilburn, GA7 miTucker, GA9 miLawrenceville, GA11 miAlpharetta, GA12 miGrayson, GA12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near North Metro, GA?

Top picks near North Metro include Powers Island, Paces Mill, 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 North Metro?

Near North Metro 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 Metro?

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