Best Places to Kayak Near Westerly, RI

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

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Top Picks Near Westerly

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Bayberry Lane

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

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Barn Island

Just 4 miles from Westerly — the closest quality launch

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Chapman Pond

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Chapman Pond

Rhode Island · 1.1 mi

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Westerley Municipal

Rhode Island · 1.1 mi

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Grays Boatyard

Rhode Island · 2.5 mi

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Lotteryville Marina

Rhode Island · 2.7 mi

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Greenhaven Marina

Connecticut · 2.9 mi

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Barn Island

Connecticut · 3.9 mi

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Bradford Landing

Rhode Island · 4.2 mi

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Quonochontaug Breachway

Rhode Island · 5.2 mi

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Burlingame State Park Campground

Rhode Island · 6.0 mi

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Alton Pond Landing

Rhode Island · 6.7 mi

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Watchaug Pond

Rhode Island · 6.9 mi

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Meadow Brook Pond

Rhode Island · 8.0 mi

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Mystic River Boat Launch

Connecticut · 8.0 mi

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John (Jay) Cronan River Access

Rhode Island · 8.6 mi

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Ocean House Marina

Rhode Island · 8.8 mi

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Wyassup Lake

Connecticut · 8.9 mi

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Long Pond

Connecticut · 9.1 mi

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Charlestown Breachway

Rhode Island · 9.1 mi

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Lantern Hill

Connecticut · 9.4 mi

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Charlestown (Town Beach)

Rhode Island · 9.6 mi

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Marina

Connecticut · 9.9 mi

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Billings Lake

Connecticut · 10.4 mi

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Anderson Pond

Connecticut · 10.5 mi

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Lake of Isles

Connecticut · 10.9 mi

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Locustville Pond

Rhode Island · 11.3 mi

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Green Falls Reservoir Boat Launch

Connecticut · 11.4 mi

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Wyoming Dam Fishing Access

Rhode Island · 11.6 mi

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Bluff Point Boat Launch

Connecticut · 11.7 mi

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Avery Pond

Connecticut · 12.3 mi

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Bayberry Lane

Connecticut · 13.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Westerly.

Pawcatuck, CT2 miAshaway, RI4 miBradford, RI5 miStonington, CT5 miNorth Stonington, CT7 miHopkinton, RI7 miOld Mystic, CT8 miWood River Junction, RI8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Westerly, RI?

Top picks near Westerly include Bayberry Lane, Barn Island, Chapman Pond. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, oceans.

What types of paddling can I do near Westerly?

Near Westerly 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 Westerly?

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