Best Places to Kayak Near Stamford, CT

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

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Top Picks Near Stamford

A person on a boat in the water

Seaside Park

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

OceanBeginner18 mi away

calm body of water during golden hour

Mamanasco Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner18 mi away

calm body of water during golden hour

Lake Kenosia

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

LakeBeginner23 mi away

A person on a boat in the water

Marina

Connecticut · 1.9 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

A person on a boat in the water

Marina

Connecticut · 3.3 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

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Marina

Connecticut · 7.8 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

a body of water with a sunset

Marina

Connecticut · 9.5 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

A body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Saugatuck River

Connecticut · 10.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a sailboat with people on it sailing in the ocean

Marina

Connecticut · 10.3 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

brown rocks on sea shore under cloudy sky during daytime

Marina

Connecticut · 17.0 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

calm body of water during golden hour

Mamanasco Lake

Connecticut · 18.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

A person on a boat in the water

Seaside Park

Connecticut · 18.1 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Pelham Bay Park (Orchard Beach Lagoon)

New York · 18.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Pierrepont Lake Boat Launch

Connecticut · 18.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hudson River

New York · 19.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Shoelace (Bronx River Parkway)

New York · 20.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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Marina

Connecticut · 20.8 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Fort Knox

New York · 21.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Kazimiroff Boulevard at Bronx River Parkway

New York · 21.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Little Bay Park (Fort Totten)

New York · 22.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Bayside Marina

New York · 22.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

calm body of water during golden hour

Lake Kenosia

Connecticut · 22.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Francis Lewis Park

New York · 23.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Campbell Sports Center/Muscota Marsh

New York · 23.4 mi

EstuaryKayakingKayak FishingBeginner

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Starlight Park

New York · 23.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Clason Point Park

New York · 23.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

A person on a boat in the water

Marina

Connecticut · 23.7 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Sherman Creek Park

New York · 23.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Soundview Park

New York · 23.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Concrete Plant Park

New York · 24.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Inwood Hill Park

New York · 24.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hunts Point Riverside Park

New York · 24.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Roberto Clemente State Park

New York · 24.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Stamford.

Old Greenwich, CT2 mi Riverside, CT2 mi Cos Cob, CT3 mi Darien, CT3 mi Greenwich, CT5 mi New Canaan, CT7 mi Norwalk, CT7 mi Port Chester, NY8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Stamford, CT?

Top picks near Stamford include Seaside Park, Mamanasco Lake, Lake Kenosia. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, oceans, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Stamford?

Near Stamford 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 Stamford?

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