Best Places to Kayak Near Wilmington, MA

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

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Top Picks Near Wilmington

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Little Mystic Access Area

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

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Lynn Shore and Nahant Beach Reservations

Standout kayak fishing on Lynn Harbor

BayBeginner14 mi away
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Fisherman's Beach

Open-water sea kayaking access on Nahant Bay

BayBeginner15 mi away
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Silver Lake

Massachusetts · 0.9 mi

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Ipswich River

Massachusetts · 3.2 mi

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Winnings Pond

Massachusetts · 6.5 mi

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Horn Pond

Massachusetts · 6.5 mi

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Concord River

Massachusetts · 7.8 mi

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Mystic Lake (Upper)

Massachusetts · 8.9 mi

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Merrimack River

Massachusetts · 9.3 mi

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Merrimack River (Riverfront Park)

Massachusetts · 9.6 mi

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Merrimack River (Riverside Park)

Massachusetts · 9.9 mi

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Merrimack River (Methuen)

Massachusetts · 10.2 mi

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Merrimack River (Rourke)

Massachusetts · 11.5 mi

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Walden Pond

Massachusetts · 11.8 mi

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Merrimack River (Southwell)

Massachusetts · 11.9 mi

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David C. Penny Memorial Landing

Massachusetts · 12.0 mi

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Forest Lake

Massachusetts · 12.5 mi

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Pope's Landing

Massachusetts · 12.7 mi

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Pines River at the Wharf Boat Ramp

Massachusetts · 13.2 mi

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Mascuppic Lake

Massachusetts · 13.3 mi

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Hood Pond

Massachusetts · 13.5 mi

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Little Mystic Access Area

Massachusetts · 13.5 mi

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Johnson Pond

Massachusetts · 13.7 mi

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Charles River

Massachusetts · 13.7 mi

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Lynn Shore and Nahant Beach Reservations

Massachusetts · 13.9 mi

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McCabe Marina and Recreation Area

Massachusetts · 14.0 mi

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Charles River

Massachusetts · 14.0 mi

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White Pond

Massachusetts · 14.1 mi

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Rock Pond

Massachusetts · 14.6 mi

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Long Sought-for Pond

Massachusetts · 14.8 mi

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Fisherman's Beach

Massachusetts · 14.8 mi

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Long Pond

Massachusetts · 15.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Wilmington.

Pinehurst, MA3 miBurlington, MA4 miReading, MA4 miTewksbury, MA4 miBillerica, MA4 miNorth Reading, MA4 miNutting Lake, MA5 miWoburn, MA5 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Wilmington, MA?

Top picks near Wilmington include Little Mystic Access Area, Lynn Shore and Nahant Beach Reservations, Fisherman's Beach. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Wilmington?

Near Wilmington 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 Wilmington?

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