Best Places to Kayak Near Redmond, OR

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

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Top Picks Near Redmond

Solo kayaker on a misty river through old-growth Pacific Northwest forest1

Riverbend Park

A top-rated river launch on Deschutes River

RiverBeginner17 mi away
green trees beside river under white sky during daytime2

Cove Palisades - Upper Deschutes

Standout kayak fishing on Deschutes River - Lake Billy Chinook

LakeBeginner18 mi away
woman in black hat and white shirt sitting on red kayak on sea during daytime3

Cove Palisades - Lower Deschutes

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

LakeBeginner19 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Haystack West

Oregon · 15.1 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A large body of water surrounded by a forest

Haystack Campground

Oregon · 15.2 mi

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Solo kayaker on a misty river through old-growth Pacific Northwest forest

Riverbend Park

Oregon · 17.0 mi

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green trees beside river under white sky during daytime

Cove Palisades - Upper Deschutes

Oregon · 18.4 mi

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woman in black hat and white shirt sitting on red kayak on sea during daytime

Cove Palisades - Lower Deschutes

Oregon · 19.2 mi

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two people in a boat fishing on a lake

Crooked River

Oregon · 19.5 mi

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woman in black hat and white shirt sitting on red kayak on sea during daytime

Three Rivers Marina

Oregon · 23.3 mi

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A large body of water with a mountain in the background

Powder House Cove

Oregon · 23.6 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

County Ramp

Oregon · 23.9 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Ochoco Reservoir County Park

Oregon · 24.1 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees near river during daytime

Dillon Falls

Oregon · 24.8 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Perry South

Oregon · 24.8 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Prineville Reservoir State Park

Oregon · 25.3 mi

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A large body of water with a mountain in the background

Roberts Bay East

Oregon · 25.7 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Slough Camp

Oregon · 25.8 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Benham Falls

Oregon · 26.3 mi

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A large body of water with a mountain in the background

Jasper Point

Oregon · 26.4 mi

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green trees beside river under white sky during daytime

Prineville Reservoir Resort

Oregon · 27.1 mi

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2 person riding on pink kayak on body of water during daytime

Pelton Park

Oregon · 28.3 mi

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A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Blue Bay Campground

Oregon · 28.9 mi

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two people in a boat fishing on a lake

Link Creek Campgound

Oregon · 29.5 mi

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A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Suttle Lake-Northwest

Oregon · 29.6 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Besson

Oregon · 30.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside river under white sky during daytime

Sparks Lake

Oregon · 32.7 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Warm Springs State Recreation Site

Oregon · 33.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in black hat and white shirt sitting on red kayak on sea during daytime

Big Lake Campground

Oregon · 34.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Big River Campground

Oregon · 35.2 mi

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two people in a boat fishing on a lake

Elk Lake Resort

Oregon · 36.8 mi

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a dock with a row of canoes on it

Elk Lake Campground

Oregon · 36.9 mi

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two people in a boat fishing on a lake

South Campground

Oregon · 36.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Redmond.

Terrebonne, OR6 miPowell Butte, OR9 miBend, OR14 miCulver, OR14 miSisters, OR17 miPrineville, OR18 miMadras, OR25 miCamp Sherman, OR25 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Redmond, OR?

Top picks near Redmond include Riverbend Park, Cove Palisades - Upper Deschutes, Cove Palisades - Lower Deschutes. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, reservoirs, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Redmond?

Near Redmond 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 Redmond?

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