Best Places to Kayak Near Westport, CT

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

30 nearby16 Lakes10 Oceans3 Rivers

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Top Picks Near Westport

Seaside Park

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

OceanBeginner7 mi away

sea waves crashing on shore during daytime

Lighthouse Point

A top-rated ocean launch on Atlantic Ocean/Long Island Sound

OceanBeginner24 mi away

Boats on a lake with autumn trees in the background

Lower Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner31 mi away

A body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Saugatuck River

Connecticut · 1.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a sailboat with people on it sailing in the ocean

Marina

Connecticut · 2.6 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Marina

Connecticut · 3.2 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Marina

Connecticut · 4.6 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

brown rocks on sea shore under cloudy sky during daytime

Marina

Connecticut · 5.9 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Seaside Park

Connecticut · 6.9 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Marina

Connecticut · 9.5 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Marina

Connecticut · 10.5 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Marina

Connecticut · 12.3 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Housatonic River

Connecticut · 13.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Pierrepont Lake Boat Launch

Connecticut · 14.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Mamanasco Lake

Connecticut · 14.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Marina

Connecticut · 15.0 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Boats in the harbor at dusk, by the shore.

Lake Housatonic

Connecticut · 18.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lake Kenosia

Connecticut · 18.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lake Zoar

Connecticut · 20.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Candlewood Lake (Lattins Cove)

Connecticut · 21.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lake Lillinonah (Pond Brook)

Connecticut · 21.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Marina

Connecticut · 22.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Marina

Connecticut · 22.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lake Lillinonah

Connecticut · 23.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Ball Pond

Connecticut · 23.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lighthouse Point

Connecticut · 24.4 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Lake Ronkonkoma

New York · 24.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wintergreen Lake Boat Launch

Connecticut · 24.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Candlewood Lake (Squantz Cove)

Connecticut · 25.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Squantz Pond

Connecticut · 26.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

green trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

Branford River

Connecticut · 29.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Pelham Bay Park (Orchard Beach Lagoon)

New York · 29.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Lower Lake

New York · 31.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Westport.

Greens Farms, CT2 mi Southport, CT3 mi Fairfield, CT5 mi Norwalk, CT5 mi Weston, CT5 mi Wilton, CT6 mi New Canaan, CT8 mi Bridgeport, CT8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Westport include Seaside Park, Lighthouse Point, Lower Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, oceans, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Westport?

Near Westport 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 Westport?

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