Best Places to Kayak Near Roswell, GA

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

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Top Picks Near Roswell

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

Powers Island

Just 11 miles from Roswell — the closest quality launch

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

Paces Mill

A top-rated river launch on Chattahoochee River

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Acworth Beach

Standout kayak fishing on Etowah River - Lake Acworth

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Bull Sluice Lake

Georgia · 3.0 mi

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Island Ford

Georgia · 5.2 mi

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Morgan Falls Park

Georgia · 5.2 mi

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Johnson Ferry

Georgia · 6.7 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Garrard Landing Park

Georgia · 8.4 mi

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Jones Bridge

Georgia · 8.4 mi

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

Powers Island

Georgia · 10.7 mi

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Abbots Bridge

Georgia · 12.3 mi

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Paces Mill

Georgia · 12.4 mi

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

Paces Mill

Georgia · 12.4 mi

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Little River Marina

Georgia · 13.9 mi

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Cherokee Mills - Little River

Georgia · 13.9 mi

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Payne Public Use Area

Georgia · 14.3 mi

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Cherokee County Park

Georgia · 15.0 mi

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Sweetwater Day Use Area

Georgia · 15.3 mi

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Victoria Day Use Area

Georgia · 15.5 mi

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Victoria Day Use Area

Georgia · 15.5 mi

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Victoria Harbor Marina

Georgia · 15.5 mi

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a lake with a mountain in the background

Victoria Harbor Marina

Georgia · 15.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Harbor Town Marina

Georgia · 15.8 mi

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Knox Bridge

Georgia · 16.0 mi

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Galt's Ferry

Georgia · 16.2 mi

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McGinnis Ferry

Georgia · 16.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and mountains

Yacht Club Drive

Georgia · 16.6 mi

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Acworth Beach

Georgia · 17.0 mi

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Clark Creek

Georgia · 17.4 mi

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Bartow-Carver Park

Georgia · 17.6 mi

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Tanyard Creek

Georgia · 17.8 mi

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a lake surrounded by trees

Hickory Log Creek

Georgia · 17.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

McKinney Campground

Georgia · 18.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Roswell.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Roswell include Powers Island, Paces Mill, 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 Roswell?

Near Roswell 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 Roswell?

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