Best Places to Kayak Near Taftville, CT

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

30 nearby23 Lakes3 Rivers2 Reservoirs
← All paddling in Connecticut

Top Picks Near Taftville

a boat is sitting on the shore of a lake1

Bayberry Lane

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

OceanBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset2

Beachdale Pond

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner10 mi away
calm body of water during golden hour3

Pattagansett Lake

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

LakeBeginner16 mi away
calm body of water during golden hour

Amos Lake

Connecticut · 5.1 mi

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

Avery Pond

Connecticut · 6.1 mi

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

Pachaug Pond

Connecticut · 6.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Hopeville Pond

Connecticut · 7.0 mi

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

Stoddard Hill Boat Launch

Connecticut · 7.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Lake of Isles

Connecticut · 7.5 mi

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

Glasgo Pond

Connecticut · 8.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Lantern Hill

Connecticut · 9.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Anderson Pond

Connecticut · 9.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Long Pond

Connecticut · 9.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Billings Lake

Connecticut · 9.9 mi

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

Gardner Lake

Connecticut · 10.0 mi

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

Beachdale Pond

Connecticut · 10.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Wyassup Lake

Connecticut · 10.5 mi

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

Beaver Brook Pond Boat Launch

Connecticut · 12.0 mi

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

Horse Pond Boat Launch

Connecticut · 12.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Green Falls Reservoir Boat Launch

Connecticut · 12.7 mi

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

Beach Pond

Connecticut · 12.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Mystic River Boat Launch

Connecticut · 14.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
rock formation surrounded by trees and body of water

Thames River (Kenneth Streeter)

Connecticut · 14.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boats in the harbor at dusk, by the shore.

Thames River

Connecticut · 14.1 mi

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

Pine Acres Lake

Connecticut · 14.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Hayward Lake

Connecticut · 14.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by trees in a forest

Mansfield Hollow Dam

Connecticut · 15.4 mi

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

Mono Pond

Connecticut · 15.5 mi

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

Bluff Point Boat Launch

Connecticut · 15.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Powers Lake

Connecticut · 15.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water during golden hour

Pattagansett Lake

Connecticut · 16.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is sitting on the shore of a lake

Bayberry Lane

Connecticut · 16.9 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
a boat is sitting on the shore of a lake

Marina

Connecticut · 17.0 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Taftville.

Norwich, CT3 miVersailles, CT3 miPreston, CT3 miYantic, CT4 miGilman, CT4 miBaltic, CT4 miJewett City, CT5 miHanover, CT5 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Taftville include Bayberry Lane, Beachdale Pond, Pattagansett Lake. 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 Taftville?

Near Taftville 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 Taftville?

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