Best Places to Kayak Near Sterling, MI

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

30 nearby18 Lakes7 Rivers2 Bays
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Top Picks Near Sterling

Two people fishing from a boat at sunrise.1

Bay County Pinconning Park

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

BayBeginner15 mi away
aerial view of white dock on body of water during daytime2

East Coggins Road

Open-water sea kayaking access on Lake Huron - Saginaw Bay

BayBeginner19 mi away
green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime3

Bush Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner9 mi away
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Maple Ridge Road Bridge

Michigan · 5.3 mi

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green trees beside lake under white sky during daytime

Omer

Michigan · 8.0 mi

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green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Bush Lake

Michigan · 8.7 mi

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green-leafed trees

Kenneth Drive

Michigan · 9.7 mi

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aerial view of road between trees

Pine River

Michigan · 10.0 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Long Lake

Michigan · 12.0 mi

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aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Hardwood Lake

Michigan · 12.2 mi

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a boat in the water

Marina

Michigan · 12.7 mi

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woman in red bikini surfing on sea during daytime

Lake George

Michigan · 15.0 mi

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Two people fishing from a boat at sunrise.

Bay County Pinconning Park

Michigan · 15.4 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Second Lake

Michigan · 16.2 mi

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the sun is setting over the water on the beach

Au Gres Marina

Michigan · 16.2 mi

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green trees and body of water during daytime

Point Au Gres Campground and Marina

Michigan · 16.6 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by a forest

Main Street

Michigan · 16.8 mi

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aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Second Lake

Michigan · 17.1 mi

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white and gray canoe beside gray wooden dock surrounded by body of water at daytime

Peach Lake

Michigan · 17.2 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Northport

Michigan · 17.6 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Klacking Creek

Michigan · 17.7 mi

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aerial view of white dock on body of water during daytime

East Coggins Road

Michigan · 18.8 mi

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a boat in the water

Tee Lake

Michigan · 19.2 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Twin Lake Road

Michigan · 19.6 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Sage Lake

Michigan · 19.6 mi

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person on water beside paddle boat during daytime

Londo Lake

Michigan · 20.6 mi

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white and gray canoe beside gray wooden dock surrounded by body of water at daytime

Lake Lancer - 1

Michigan · 20.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Lake Lancer - 2

Michigan · 21.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Middle Road

Michigan · 22.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of white and yellow boat on sea during daytime

Lake Lancer - 4

Michigan · 22.1 mi

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green trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Lake Four

Michigan · 22.4 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

The Ranch

Michigan · 22.5 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Lake Lancer - 3

Michigan · 22.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Sterling.

Standish, MI7 miOmer, MI9 miTwining, MI9 miPrescott, MI10 miAlger, MI10 miBentley, MI14 miPinconning, MI15 miWhittemore, MI15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Sterling, MI?

Top picks near Sterling include Bay County Pinconning Park, East Coggins Road, Bush Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Sterling?

Near Sterling 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 Sterling?

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