Best Places to Kayak Near Saint Matthews, SC

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

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

Cedar Creek Put-in (South Cedar Creek Rd)

South Carolina · 7.4 mi

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

Bates Landing (Highway 601)

South Carolina · 9.4 mi

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Baughmans (Shillings Bridge Road)

South Carolina · 12.8 mi

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Slab Landing Road Bridge

South Carolina · 13.3 mi

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Orangeburg City

South Carolina · 14.8 mi

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Sparkleberry

South Carolina · 18.4 mi

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Low Falls

South Carolina · 18.5 mi

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Rimini

South Carolina · 19.8 mi

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Livingston

South Carolina · 20.2 mi

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Thomas H. Newman

South Carolina · 20.2 mi

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Elliott's Landing

South Carolina · 20.3 mi

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Calhoun Subdivision

South Carolina · 20.3 mi

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Stumphole Landing

South Carolina · 20.5 mi

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Barney Jordan

South Carolina · 21.4 mi

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Highway 76 Bridge

South Carolina · 21.8 mi

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Santee State Park

South Carolina · 22.7 mi

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Rowes Bridge

South Carolina · 23.5 mi

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Claudes Landing

South Carolina · 26.2 mi

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Bobcat Landing (Highway 301 Bridge)

South Carolina · 26.4 mi

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Brabhams (Cannon Bridge Road)

South Carolina · 27.0 mi

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Santee Lakes KOA

South Carolina · 27.2 mi

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Kill Kare

South Carolina · 28.6 mi

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Hog Pen

South Carolina · 28.8 mi

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Saluda Shoals (Lower)

South Carolina · 29.9 mi

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James R. Metts (Hope Ferry)

South Carolina · 31.0 mi

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River Shoals Park

South Carolina · 31.0 mi

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Jakes Landing

South Carolina · 31.3 mi

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Taw Caw Park

South Carolina · 32.1 mi

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Taw Caw Creek

South Carolina · 32.2 mi

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Lake Murray Dam

South Carolina · 33.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Saint Matthews include Cedar Creek Put-in (South Cedar Creek Rd), Bates Landing (Highway 601), Lake Murray Dam. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Saint Matthews?

Near Saint Matthews 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 Matthews?

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