Paddling in North Dakota

Explore 339 kayak launches, boat ramps, and paddling destinations across North Dakota.

339 locations230 Lakes71 Reservoirs33 Rivers

Best Paddling in North Dakota

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Clausen Springs

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Kathryn

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Big Mallard Marsh

North Dakota · ~8 mi from Woodworth

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Lake Holmes

North Dakota · ~0 mi from Turtle Lake

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Crystal Springs

North Dakota · ~7 mi from Medina

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Mooreton Pond

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Mooreton

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Stanley Pond

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Stanley

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Strawberry Lake

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Ruso

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Cottonwood Lake

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Alamo

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Devils Lake

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Tokio

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Lake Brekken

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Turtle Lake

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Lake Isabel

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Dawson

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Lake Josephine

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Tuttle

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Lightning Lake

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Turtle Lake

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West Lake Napoleon

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Napoleon

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Frettim Lake

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Robinson

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Gordon Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Saint John

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Lake Elsie

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Hankinson

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Lake Oahe

North Dakota · ~1 mi from Fort Yates

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Mott Watershed

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Mott

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Wheaton Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Saint John

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Wheaton Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Saint John

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Brewer Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Erie

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Brewer Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Erie

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Lake Elsie

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Hankinson

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Mundt Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Fredonia

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S. (Hoffer) McClusky

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Mcclusky

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Smishek Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Powers Lake

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Trenton Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Trenton

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Wood Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Tokio

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Devils Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Devils Lake

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Hiddenwood Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Ryder

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Lake Sakakawea

North Dakota · ~2 mi from New Town

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Powers Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Powers Lake

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Baukol-Noonan East

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Noonan

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Belcourt Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Belcourt

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Devils Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Minnewaukan

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East Spring Lake Pond

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Williston

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Kettle Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Zahl

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Lake Addie

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Jessie

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Lake Sakakawea

North Dakota · ~2 mi from New Town

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Larson Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Regent

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Long Lake

North Dakota · ~2 mi from Ruso

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Brush Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Mercer

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Gascoyne Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Scranton

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Juanita Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Grace City

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Lake Audubon

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Riverdale

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Lake Audubon

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Riverdale

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Davis Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Balta

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Devils Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Saint Michael

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Lake Oahe

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Fort Yates

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Lake Sakakawea

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Garrison

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Powers Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Powers Lake

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Skjermo Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Fortuna

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Lake Ilo

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Dunn Center

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Mirror Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Hettinger

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Spiritwood Lake

North Dakota · ~3 mi from Spiritwood

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Clark Lake

North Dakota · ~4 mi from Woodworth

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Devils Lake

North Dakota · ~4 mi from Devils Lake

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Devils Lake

North Dakota · ~4 mi from Minnewaukan

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Devils Lake

North Dakota · ~4 mi from Devils Lake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I kayak in North Dakota?

North Dakota has 339 public kayak launch points listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, reservoirs, rivers, springs, creeks.

Are there beginner-friendly paddling spots in North Dakota?

Yes! Many of the 339 beginner-rated locations in North Dakota offer calm waters and easy boat ramp access, making them perfect for new paddlers.

Do I need a permit to kayak in North Dakota?

Permit requirements vary by location. Most public boat ramps in North Dakota are free to access, though some state parks may charge an entrance or parking fee. Check individual location details for specific requirements.