Best Places to Kayak Near Scranton, NC

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

30 nearby12 Creeks7 Rivers5 Bays
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Top Picks Near Scranton

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Swan Quarter

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

BayBeginner13 mi away
man riding on kayak2

Rose Bay

Open-water sea kayaking access on Unnamed Canal (Rose Bay)

BayBeginner6 mi away
man surfing on sea waves during daytime3

Midway Drive

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

BayBeginner34 mi away
man riding on kayak

Rose Bay

North Carolina · 5.8 mi

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

Belhaven

North Carolina · 7.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Wrights Creek

North Carolina · 9.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Lake Mattamuskeet Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 10.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Swan Quarter

North Carolina · 12.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a bridge over a body of water surrounded by trees

Hydeland Canal

North Carolina · 17.5 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of birds that are in some water

Lake Mattamuskeet

North Carolina · 18.4 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

Smiths Creek

North Carolina · 19.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Aurora

North Carolina · 22.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Creswell

North Carolina · 24.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

OUTFALL CANAL

North Carolina · 24.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Gum Neck Landing

North Carolina · 24.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Dinah's Landing

North Carolina · 25.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Vandemere

North Carolina · 25.4 mi

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man riding on kayak

Blounts Creek

North Carolina · 27.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Water Street Landing

North Carolina · 27.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Conaby Creek

North Carolina · 28.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Engelhard

North Carolina · 28.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of birds that are in some water

Frying Pan

North Carolina · 28.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large field of green plants next to a river

Columbia

North Carolina · 29.6 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Plymouth

North Carolina · 29.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Havens Garden

North Carolina · 30.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Astoria Landing

North Carolina · 30.9 mi

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

Sans Souci Ferry

North Carolina · 32.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Masons Landing

North Carolina · 33.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man surfing on sea waves during daytime

Midway Drive

North Carolina · 33.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Cedar Island

North Carolina · 36.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
man riding on kayak

Oriental

North Carolina · 36.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man riding on kayak

Alligator River Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 36.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man riding on kayak

Boat Ramp at Pembroke Creek

North Carolina · 37.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Scranton.

Belhaven, NC7 miPantego, NC13 miSwanquarter, NC14 miFairfield, NC15 miLowland, NC16 miBath, NC16 miPinetown, NC18 miHobucken, NC19 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Scranton, NC?

Top picks near Scranton include Swan Quarter, Rose Bay, Midway Drive. 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 Scranton?

Near Scranton 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 Scranton?

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