Best Places to Kayak Near South Mountain, PA

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

30 nearby12 Lakes8 Rivers6 Creeks
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Top Picks Near South Mountain

a row of canoes sitting next to a dock1

Children's Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner28 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees2

Greenbrier State Park

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

CreekBeginner22 mi away
a dock on a lake3

Fannettsburg Dam

A top-rated lake launch on West Branch Conococheague Creek - Mountain Lake

LakeBeginner23 mi away
a dock on a lake

Long Pine

Pennsylvania · 6.5 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 15.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

210Longstreet Seawall&Dock,LakeHeritage,Gettysburg

Pennsylvania · 16.1 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
a dock on a lake

Laurel Lake

Pennsylvania · 17.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kiwanis Park soft access

Maryland · 17.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rocky Ridge / Maryland Rt. 77 Bridge

Maryland · 19.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Double Pipe Creek Park soft access

Maryland · 20.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 20.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rose's Mill Park soft access

Maryland · 21.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a person in a boat on a lake surrounded by trees

Letterkenny Reservoir

Pennsylvania · 21.4 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 22.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Hapes Mill Road soft access

Maryland · 22.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a dock on a lake

Fannettsburg Dam

Pennsylvania · 23.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

SGL 169

Pennsylvania · 23.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 24.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Devil's Backbone Park

Maryland · 24.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Williamsport

Maryland · 24.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a bunch of boats that are sitting in the grass

Cowans Gap Lake - 2

Pennsylvania · 25.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a dock on a lake

Cowans Gap Lake - 1

Pennsylvania · 25.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

36 LAKE MEADE DR

Pennsylvania · 25.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Indian Springs WMA / Blairs Valley Lake

Maryland · 26.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

HEISHMANS MILL PORTAGE PROJ

Pennsylvania · 27.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden bench near lake during night time

Long Arm Dam

Pennsylvania · 27.2 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner

McMahons Mill

Maryland · 28.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 28.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 28.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a row of canoes sitting next to a dock

Children's Lake

Pennsylvania · 28.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 28.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a person in a boat on a lake surrounded by trees

Opossum Lake BL #1

Pennsylvania · 28.7 mi

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white boat on body of water during daytime

Opossum Lake BL #3

Pennsylvania · 28.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of South Mountain.

Mont Alto, PA3 miFayetteville, PA5 miQuincy, PA5 miOrrtanna, PA6 miWaynesboro, PA7 miCashtown, PA7 miRouzerville, PA8 miFairfield, PA8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near South Mountain, PA?

Top picks near South Mountain include Children's Lake, Greenbrier State Park, Fannettsburg Dam. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near South Mountain?

Near South Mountain 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 South Mountain?

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