Best Places to Kayak Near Perkins, MI

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

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Top Picks Near Perkins

green and brown boat on body of water during daytime1

Nahma

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

BayBeginner22 mi away
Two people fishing from a boat at sunrise.2

Kipling

Open-water sea kayaking access on Lake Michigan - Little Bay de Noc

BayBeginner8 mi away
A large body of water under a cloudy sky3

Escanaba

Just 14 miles from Perkins — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner14 mi away
a sunset over a body of water with clouds in the sky

Rapid River

Michigan · 6.7 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Burnt Camp

Michigan · 8.3 mi

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Two people fishing from a boat at sunrise.

Kipling

Michigan · 8.3 mi

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green-leafed trees

Dam 3

Michigan · 9.6 mi

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green trees beside lake under white sky during daytime

Boney Falls Dam

Michigan · 9.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Concrete pier on a choppy ocean under a pale sky

Van Cleve Park

Michigan · 9.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A large body of water under a cloudy sky

Escanaba

Michigan · 13.8 mi

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green trees beside lake under white sky during daytime

Swimming Hole Creek

Michigan · 15.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a sunset over a body of water with clouds in the sky

Ludington Park

Michigan · 16.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A large body of water under a cloudy sky

Ogontz Bay

Michigan · 16.6 mi

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aerial view of white dock on body of water during daytime

Stonington

Michigan · 18.1 mi

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white bride surrounded by snow and trees

Portage Creek

Michigan · 18.7 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Sawmill Creek

Michigan · 18.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white bride surrounded by snow and trees

West Branch Whitefish River

Michigan · 20.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Green Bay

Michigan · 21.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

Nahma

Michigan · 21.9 mi

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a boat in the water

Chicago Lake

Michigan · 22.9 mi

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green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Dana Lake

Michigan · 23.3 mi

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white and gray canoe beside gray wooden dock surrounded by body of water at daytime

Bass Lake

Michigan · 24.0 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Little Lake State Forest Campground

Michigan · 24.4 mi

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aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Forest Lake Campground

Michigan · 24.6 mi

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A large body of water under a cloudy sky

Fish Dam Campground

Michigan · 24.8 mi

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person in middle of body of water during daytime

Corner Lake Recreation Park

Michigan · 25.3 mi

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person in middle of body of water during daytime

Camp Seven Lake

Michigan · 25.6 mi

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a boat in the water

Gooseneck Lake

Michigan · 25.8 mi

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woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Johnson Lake

Michigan · 26.2 mi

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a boat in the water

Anderson Lake

Michigan · 26.3 mi

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green trees and body of water during daytime

Lyman Lake

Michigan · 26.7 mi

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crashing waves

Fayette State Park Campground

Michigan · 26.8 mi

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white and gray canoe beside gray wooden dock surrounded by body of water at daytime

Irwin Lake

Michigan · 27.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Perkins.

Rock, MI6 miGladstone, MI9 miCornell, MI9 miRapid River, MI10 miWells, MI13 miEscanaba, MI15 miTrenary, MI16 miLittle Lake, MI17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Perkins, MI?

Top picks near Perkins include Nahma, Kipling, Escanaba. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Perkins?

Near Perkins 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 Perkins?

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