Best Places to Kayak Near Rhodes, MI

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

30 nearby16 Lakes12 Rivers2 Bays
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Top Picks Near Rhodes

Two people fishing from a boat at sunrise.1

Bay County Pinconning Park

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

BayBeginner14 mi away
aerial view of white dock on body of water during daytime2

East Coggins Road

Open-water sea kayaking access on Lake Huron - Saginaw Bay

BayBeginner15 mi away
a body of water with trees around it3

Highway 30 Bridge

Standout kayak fishing on Tobacco River - Wixom Lake

LakeBeginner9 mi away
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Middle Road

Michigan · 5.7 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Tobacco River

Michigan · 8.7 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Highway 30 Bridge

Michigan · 8.8 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Ross Lake Park

Michigan · 14.0 mi

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Two people fishing from a boat at sunrise.

Bay County Pinconning Park

Michigan · 14.4 mi

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green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Sanford Lake Park

Michigan · 14.6 mi

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aerial view of white dock on body of water during daytime

East Coggins Road

Michigan · 14.7 mi

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aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Second Lake

Michigan · 16.6 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Second Lake

Michigan · 17.3 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Interstate 75 Bridge

Michigan · 18.9 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Wiggins Lake

Michigan · 19.0 mi

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aerial view of road between trees

Pine River

Michigan · 19.8 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Pratt Lake

Michigan · 20.7 mi

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green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Lake Lancer - 2

Michigan · 20.7 mi

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

Lake Lancer - 1

Michigan · 21.2 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Maple Ridge Road Bridge

Michigan · 21.7 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Lake Lancer - 3

Michigan · 21.8 mi

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aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Butman Road

Michigan · 21.9 mi

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green trees beside lake under white sky during daytime

Omer

Michigan · 22.2 mi

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aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Lake Lancer - 4

Michigan · 22.3 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Shady Shore Road

Michigan · 23.2 mi

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person in middle of body of water during daytime

Nestor Lake

Michigan · 23.3 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Harry S. Truman Parkway

Michigan · 23.6 mi

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green-leafed trees

Veterans Memorial Park

Michigan · 23.7 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Golson

Michigan · 23.7 mi

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green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Lake Four

Michigan · 23.8 mi

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woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Lake George

Michigan · 24.4 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Smith Park

Michigan · 24.6 mi

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green and brown boat on body of water during daytime

North Jones Road

Michigan · 24.8 mi

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green-leafed trees

Kenneth Drive

Michigan · 24.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Rhodes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Rhodes include Bay County Pinconning Park, East Coggins Road, Highway 30 Bridge. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Rhodes?

Near Rhodes 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 Rhodes?

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