Best Places to Kayak Near Orwell, VT
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Orwell, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Orwell

East Creek 2
Vermont · 1.1 mi

East Creek 1
Vermont · 1.7 mi

Sunset Lake
Vermont · 2.1 mi

Perch Pond
Vermont · 2.5 mi
George Davis (Singing Cedars)
Vermont · 2.7 mi
Chipmans Point
Vermont · 4.2 mi
Hortonia Lake Dam
Vermont · 4.5 mi
Hortonia Lake
Vermont · 4.7 mi

Mt Independence
Vermont · 5.2 mi
Benson Landing
Vermont · 5.2 mi

Richville Covered Bridge
Vermont · 5.7 mi
Burr Pond
Vermont · 5.7 mi
Larrabees Point
Vermont · 5.9 mi

Breese Pond
Vermont · 6.2 mi
Richville
Vermont · 6.2 mi

Black Pond
Vermont · 6.4 mi
Ticonderoga
New York · 6.6 mi

Lake George
New York · 7.1 mi
Otter Creek (Sudbury)
Vermont · 7.2 mi
Thomas Evanoika
Vermont · 8.9 mi
Lapham Bay
Vermont · 11.0 mi
Kehoe
Vermont · 11.0 mi
Cornwall Swamp
Vermont · 11.0 mi
Magoon
Vermont · 13.5 mi

Otter Creek - Kingsley
Vermont · 14.7 mi
Ward Marsh
Vermont · 15.6 mi
South Bay
New York · 16.0 mi

Otter Creek - Middlebury
Vermont · 16.4 mi
Eagle Lake
New York · 16.7 mi

Whitehall Harbor, Mile 60.28
New York · 17.0 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Orwell, VT?
Top picks near Orwell include South Bay, Whitehall Harbor, Mile 60.28, Lake George. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, creeks, rivers.
What types of paddling can I do near Orwell?
Near Orwell 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 Orwell?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Orwell are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.