Best Places to Kayak Near Scottsville, NY

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

27 nearby16 Canals8 Lakes3 Creeks

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Top Picks Near Scottsville

yellow and white pedal boat under clear blue sky

Clyde, Mile 211.15

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

CanalBeginner46 mi away

Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Albion, Mile 294.09

A top-rated canal launch on Erie Canal

CanalBeginner27 mi away

Oak Island, Mile 12.36

A top-rated canal launch on Cayuga-Seneca Canal

CanalBeginner47 mi away

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Black Creek

New York · 6.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Pittsford, Mile 254.94

New York · 12.6 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

brown wooden dock near body of water during daytime

Arrowhead, Mile 275.47

New York · 13.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Ayrault Road, Mile 249.08

New York · 16.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

San Soucie Park, Mile 282.1

New York · 17.7 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

an aerial view of a river surrounded by trees

Lake Ontario

New York · 23.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lock E30 Canal Park, Mile 239.39

New York · 24.1 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Palmyra Macedon Aqueduct Park, Mile 235.81

New York · 26.9 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Albion, Mile 294.09

New York · 26.9 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Canandaigua Lake (North)

New York · 28.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

green trees near body of water during daytime

Canandaigua Lake (South)

New York · 32.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Widewaters Canal Park, Mile 228.78

New York · 32.5 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bates Road, Mile 302.67

New York · 33.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Middleport Guard Gate, Mile 307.08

New York · 36.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Abbey Park, Mile 221.33

New York · 39.1 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Gasport, Mile 313.25

New York · 41.4 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Geneva, Mile 17.51

New York · 41.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Guyanoga Creek

New York · 43.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

green trees beside body of water during daytime

Seneca Lake State Park, Mile 17.1

New York · 43.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Clyde, Mile 211.15

New York · 45.9 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Nelson C. Goehle Public Marina, Mile 319.05

New York · 46.4 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Oak Island, Mile 12.36

New York · 46.7 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kanakadea Park

New York · 46.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Allen Lake

New York · 46.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a river running through a lush green forest

Slaght Road

New York · 47.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lockport Upper Terminal, Mile 321.23

New York · 47.7 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a large body of water surrounded by forest

Sampson State Park, Mile 27.79

New York · 48.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Scottsville.

West Henrietta, NY5 mi Mumford, NY5 mi Rush, NY6 mi Caledonia, NY6 mi Churchville, NY6 mi North Chili, NY7 mi Henrietta, NY8 mi Avon, NY9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Scottsville, NY?

Top picks near Scottsville include Clyde, Mile 211.15, Albion, Mile 294.09, Oak Island, Mile 12.36. In total there are 27 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on canals, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Scottsville?

Near Scottsville 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 Scottsville?

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