Best Places to Kayak Near Saint Helena Island, SC

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

30 nearby17 Creeks10 Rivers2 Bays
← All paddling in South Carolina

Top Picks Near Saint Helena Island

a person riding a wave on top of a surfboard1

Port Royal Landing

Standout kayak fishing on Port Royal Sound

BayBeginner9 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Live Oak

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

BayBeginner15 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Russ Point

Just 4 miles from Saint Helena Island — the closest quality launch

InletBeginner4 mi away
a river with trees on the side

Wallace Landing

South Carolina · 3.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
map

Eddings Point Landing

South Carolina · 4.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water during daytime

Butchers Island

South Carolina · 4.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Russ Point

South Carolina · 4.4 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Swampy forest with calm water and reflections

Capers

South Carolina · 5.6 mi

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

Station Creek Landing

South Carolina · 5.8 mi

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

White Hall Landing

South Carolina · 8.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Water reflects lush green trees and blue sky.

Sams Point

South Carolina · 8.2 mi

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

Beaufort Dock

South Carolina · 8.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a person riding a wave on top of a surfboard

Port Royal Landing

South Carolina · 9.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
aerial photography of mountain

Pigeon Point

South Carolina · 9.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees on the side

Parris Island

South Carolina · 10.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Brickyard Landing

South Carolina · 11.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Fields Point

South Carolina · 13.0 mi

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

Bennetts Point

South Carolina · 13.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
map

Broad River Landing (Highway 170 Bridge)

South Carolina · 14.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Live Oak

South Carolina · 14.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Water reflects lush green trees and blue sky.

Winbee Creek Landing

South Carolina · 15.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees on the side

Brickyard Ferry (Bridge)

South Carolina · 16.4 mi

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

Broad Creek

South Carolina · 16.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Swampy forest with calm water and reflections

Grays Hill Landing

South Carolina · 16.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
map

H.E. Trask Sr. Landing

South Carolina · 17.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial photography of mountain

Edgar C. Glenn Landing (Highway 170 Bridge)

South Carolina · 17.7 mi

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

Paige Point

South Carolina · 17.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
map

Old Chehaw Landing

South Carolina · 17.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Swampy forest with calm water and reflections

C.C. Haigh Jr. Landing (Highway 278 Bridge - East)

South Carolina · 18.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Buckingham Landing (Highway 278 Bridge - West)

South Carolina · 18.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water during daytime

Bolan Hall Landing

South Carolina · 18.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

US17 Steel Bridge - Combahee River

South Carolina · 20.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees on the side

Steamboat Landing

South Carolina · 20.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Saint Helena Island.

Ladys Island, SC8 miBeaufort, SC9 miPort Royal, SC9 miDale, SC15 miSeabrook, SC16 miLobeco, SC17 miEdisto Island, SC18 miOkatie, SC19 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Saint Helena Island, SC?

Top picks near Saint Helena Island include Port Royal Landing, Live Oak, Russ Point. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Saint Helena Island?

Near Saint Helena Island 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 Saint Helena Island?

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