Best Places to Kayak Near Statesville, NC

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

30 nearby18 Lakes9 Rivers2 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Statesville

green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime1

Hager Creek

Standout kayak fishing on Catawba River (Lake Norman)

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk2

Beatties Ford

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

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Pinnacle

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Long Island

North Carolina · 12.2 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Sharon

North Carolina · 12.3 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Lake Norman State Park Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 13.1 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Lookout Shoals

North Carolina · 13.1 mi

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Stumpy Creek Boat Landing

North Carolina · 14.7 mi

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red and white kayak on lake during daytime

Pinnacle

North Carolina · 16.3 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

McCrary Creek

North Carolina · 16.4 mi

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Cooleemee

North Carolina · 16.8 mi

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Oxford

North Carolina · 17.5 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Dusty Ridge

North Carolina · 19.4 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Hager Creek

North Carolina · 19.5 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Little Creek

North Carolina · 21.4 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Highway 601 Boat Access

North Carolina · 21.5 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Yadkin Memorial Park

North Carolina · 21.9 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Concord Church

North Carolina · 22.4 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Wittenburg

North Carolina · 24.1 mi

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brown boat on water

Hannah Ferry Rd boat ramp

North Carolina · 24.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Beatties Ford

North Carolina · 24.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Ramsey Creek Park

North Carolina · 25.8 mi

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

ROARING RIVER

North Carolina · 26.0 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Lovelady

North Carolina · 26.2 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Ronda Yadkin River Access

North Carolina · 26.3 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Huntsville Yadkin River Access

North Carolina · 27.1 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Gunpowder

North Carolina · 27.7 mi

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Blythe Landing Park

North Carolina · 27.8 mi

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North Carolina · 27.8 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Unnamed Ramp

North Carolina · 27.9 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Crater Park

North Carolina · 28.0 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

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North Carolina · 28.5 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Highwy 73

North Carolina · 28.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Statesville.

Turnersburg, NC6 miScotts, NC7 miBarium Springs, NC8 miOlin, NC9 miStony Point, NC10 miTroutman, NC10 miHarmony, NC11 miCleveland, NC12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Statesville include Hager Creek, Beatties Ford, Pinnacle. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Statesville?

Near Statesville 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 Statesville?

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