Best Places to Kayak Near Palmetto, GA

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

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Top Picks Near Palmetto

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

Paces Mill

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner27 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Powers Island

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

RiverBeginner29 mi away
woman in black and red dress sitting on black boat on sea during daytime3

Acworth Beach

Standout kayak fishing on Etowah River - Lake Acworth

LakeBeginner37 mi away
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Lake Kedron

Georgia · 9.3 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Campellton Road (SR166/154)

Georgia · 12.1 mi

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a house on a lake surrounded by trees

Sweetwater Creek State Park

Georgia · 16.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and dirt

J. W. Smith Reservoir

Georgia · 18.8 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Chattachoochee Bend State Park

Georgia · 20.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Lake Horton Park

Georgia · 20.4 mi

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Shamrock Reservoir

Georgia · 22.1 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Hollingsworth Ferry

Georgia · 22.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Lake Carroll

Georgia · 22.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Blalock Reservoir

Georgia · 23.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and dirt

Heads Creek Reservoir

Georgia · 24.3 mi

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Paces Mill

Georgia · 27.2 mi

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

Paces Mill

Georgia · 27.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

John Tanner State Park

Georgia · 28.7 mi

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

Powers Island

Georgia · 28.8 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area

Georgia · 29.3 mi

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a tent on a lake

Snake Creek Access

Georgia · 31.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Brush Creek Camping Area

Georgia · 31.9 mi

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Johnson Ferry

Georgia · 33.1 mi

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a person in a small boat on a lake

Ringer Camping Area

Georgia · 33.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Morgan Falls Park

Georgia · 34.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Clark Access

Georgia · 35.0 mi

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a couple of people in a small boat on a lake

GA 219 Access

Georgia · 36.4 mi

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a person in a small boat on a lake

Stone Mountain Lake

Georgia · 36.8 mi

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Sunny Point Access

Georgia · 36.9 mi

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woman in black and red dress sitting on black boat on sea during daytime

Acworth Beach

Georgia · 37.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Bull Sluice Lake

Georgia · 37.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a blue sky

Island Ford

Georgia · 37.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Lake Meriwether Park

Georgia · 38.5 mi

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Liberty Hill Access

Georgia · 38.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Palmetto.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Palmetto include Paces Mill, Powers Island, Acworth Beach. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Palmetto?

Near Palmetto 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 Palmetto?

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