Best Places to Kayak Near Rye Beach, NH

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

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Top Picks Near Rye Beach

boats on ground with dried leaves1

Lake Attitash

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner14 mi away
green trees on mountain beside sea during daytime2

York Harbor

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

BayBeginner12 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background3

Seabrook

Open-water sea kayaking access on Hampton Harbor

BayBeginner7 mi away
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

Rye Harbor Marina

New Hampshire · 1.9 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
Autumn trees line a river with rocky banks

Odiorne Point State Park

New Hampshire · 5.3 mi

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A body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Hampton State Marina

New Hampshire · 5.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Depot Road

New Hampshire · 6.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Seabrook

New Hampshire · 6.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat on a lake

Peirce Island

New Hampshire · 6.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Farm Lane

New Hampshire · 7.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky

Marina (Kittery)

Maine · 7.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Kittery

Maine · 7.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Pepperrel Cove

Maine · 8.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Exeter

New Hampshire · 9.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Chapmans Landing

New Hampshire · 9.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small boat floating on top of a body of water

Piscataqua River

Maine · 9.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Newfields Town

New Hampshire · 9.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees on the side

Adams Point

New Hampshire · 9.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A river running through a forest filled with lots of trees

Hilton Park

New Hampshire · 10.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree log on lake

Black Rock Creek (Salisbury Beach State Reservation)

Massachusetts · 11.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Newmarket Town

New Hampshire · 11.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a forest filled with lots of trees

Piscassic Park

New Hampshire · 11.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees on mountain beside sea during daytime

York Harbor

Maine · 12.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a small white boat floating on top of a lake

Cashman Park

Massachusetts · 12.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Amesbury Town Landing

Massachusetts · 12.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small boat in a large body of water

Joppa Park

Massachusetts · 12.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a group of people standing next to a body of water

Parker River National Wildlife Refuge

Massachusetts · 13.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat on a lake

Jackson's Landing

New Hampshire · 13.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
boats on ground with dried leaves

Lake Attitash

Massachusetts · 14.3 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Powwow Pond

New Hampshire · 14.8 mi

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green trees beside body of water under cloudy sky during daytime

Greenwood Pond

New Hampshire · 14.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Piscataqua River

Maine · 15.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree log on lake

Newbury Town Pier

Massachusetts · 15.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Rye Beach.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Rye Beach, NH?

Top picks near Rye Beach include Lake Attitash, York Harbor, Seabrook. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, bays, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Rye Beach?

Near Rye Beach 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 Rye Beach?

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