Best Places to Kayak Near Vandemere, NC

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

30 nearby14 Creeks7 Rivers5 Bays
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Top Picks Near Vandemere

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Oyster Creek

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

BayBeginner29 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Swan Quarter

Open-water sea kayaking access on Unnamed Canal (Swanquarter Bay)

BayBeginner23 mi away
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Rose Bay

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

BayBeginner23 mi away
green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Vandemere

North Carolina · 0.8 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Smiths Creek

North Carolina · 5.3 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Aurora

North Carolina · 10.2 mi

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Oriental

North Carolina · 12.0 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Dawson Creek

North Carolina · 14.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Wrights Creek

North Carolina · 15.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Lees Landing

North Carolina · 16.8 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Hancock Creek

North Carolina · 22.2 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Union Point Boat ramp

North Carolina · 22.2 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Bridgeton

North Carolina · 22.3 mi

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Blounts Creek

North Carolina · 22.6 mi

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man riding on kayak

Rose Bay

North Carolina · 22.7 mi

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A person standing on a paddle board in the water

Cedar Island

North Carolina · 22.9 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Jack's Island @ Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 23.1 mi

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Lawson Creek Park

North Carolina · 23.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Swan Quarter

North Carolina · 23.5 mi

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

Belhaven

North Carolina · 23.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cool Springs

North Carolina · 24.1 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Brices Creek

North Carolina · 24.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Dinah's Landing

North Carolina · 25.0 mi

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

Salters Creek

North Carolina · 25.5 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Slocum Creek

North Carolina · 25.9 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Lake Mattamuskeet Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 27.0 mi

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white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Cedar Island National Refuge Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 27.1 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Spring Garden

North Carolina · 27.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Oyster Creek

North Carolina · 28.5 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cow Pen Landing

North Carolina · 28.9 mi

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a bridge over a body of water surrounded by trees

Hydeland Canal

North Carolina · 29.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Newport

North Carolina · 31.0 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Havens Garden

North Carolina · 31.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Vandemere.

Merritt, NC6 miBayboro, NC6 miHobucken, NC6 miStonewall, NC7 miLowland, NC9 miAlliance, NC9 miAurora, NC11 miOriental, NC11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Vandemere include Oyster Creek, Swan Quarter, Rose Bay. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Vandemere?

Near Vandemere 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 Vandemere?

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