Best Places to Kayak Near Southampton, NY

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

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Top Picks Near Southampton

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Bayberry Lane

Open-water sea kayaking access on Atlantic Ocean/Long Island Sound

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Lighthouse Point

A top-rated ocean launch on Atlantic Ocean/Long Island Sound

OceanBeginner35 mi away
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Dock Road

A top-rated ocean launch on Atlantic Ocean/Long Island Sound

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Hammonasset Beach Boat Launch

Connecticut · 24.9 mi

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Fort Pond

New York · 25.9 mi

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Great Island

Connecticut · 26.8 mi

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Lower Lake

New York · 26.9 mi

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East River

Connecticut · 28.3 mi

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Lieutenant River

Connecticut · 28.6 mi

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Four Mile River

Connecticut · 28.7 mi

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Connecticut River (Baldwin Bridge)

Connecticut · 28.7 mi

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Marina

Connecticut · 28.8 mi

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Messerschmidt Pond Boat Launch

Connecticut · 30.4 mi

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Dock Road

Connecticut · 31.1 mi

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Dodge Pond

Connecticut · 31.1 mi

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Harbor Hill Marina

Connecticut · 31.4 mi

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Niantic River

Connecticut · 31.6 mi

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Gorton Pond

Connecticut · 31.7 mi

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Rogers Lake

Connecticut · 32.2 mi

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Uncas Pond (Hog Pond)

Connecticut · 32.7 mi

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Branford River

Connecticut · 32.7 mi

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Pattagansett Lake

Connecticut · 33.3 mi

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Norwich Pond

Connecticut · 33.6 mi

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Bayberry Lane

Connecticut · 34.1 mi

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Powers Lake

Connecticut · 34.7 mi

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Cedar Lake

Connecticut · 35.0 mi

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Lighthouse Point

Connecticut · 35.2 mi

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Pattaconk Lake Boat Launch

Connecticut · 35.4 mi

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Bluff Point Boat Launch

Connecticut · 35.7 mi

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Hadlyme Ferry Boat Launch (Connecticut River)

Connecticut · 35.7 mi

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Thames River

Connecticut · 35.8 mi

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Thames River (Kenneth Streeter)

Connecticut · 36.0 mi

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Marina

Connecticut · 36.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Southampton.

Water Mill, NY3 miBridgehampton, NY6 miHampton Bays, NY6 miNew Suffolk, NY7 miSagaponack, NY7 miSag Harbor, NY8 miCutchogue, NY8 miLaurel, NY9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Southampton include Bayberry Lane, Lighthouse Point, Dock Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, oceans.

What types of paddling can I do near Southampton?

Near Southampton 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 Southampton?

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