Paddling in Vermont
Explore 216 kayak launches, boat ramps, and paddling destinations across Vermont.
Best Paddling in Vermont
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Fairfield Swamp
Vermont · ~1 mi from Fairfield
Great Averill Pond
Vermont · ~0 mi from Averill
Pensioner Pond
Vermont · ~0 mi from West Charleston
Amherst Lake
Vermont · ~1 mi from Plymouth
Lake Paran
Vermont · ~1 mi from North Bennington
Seymour Lake
Vermont · ~1 mi from Morgan
Derby Pond
Vermont · ~1 mi from Derby
Kent Pond
Vermont · ~1 mi from Killington
Lake Saint Catherine
Vermont · ~1 mi from Wells
Magoon
Vermont · ~1 mi from Salisbury
North Hartland Lake Recreation Area
Vermont · ~1 mi from North Hartland
Port Henry
Vermont · ~1 mi from Port Henry
Port Henry Marina
Vermont · ~1 mi from Port Henry
South Bay
Vermont · ~1 mi from Newport
Stoney Point
Vermont · ~1 mi from Isle La Motte
Curtis Pond
Vermont · ~1 mi from Adamant
Lake Sadawga
Vermont · ~1 mi from Whitingham
Mirror Lake
Vermont · ~1 mi from Calais
Neal Pond
Vermont · ~1 mi from Lunenburg
Rock River
Vermont · ~1 mi from Highgate Springs
Shelburne Bay
Vermont · ~1 mi from Shelburne
South Pond
Vermont · ~1 mi from Marlboro
Ticklenaked Pond
Vermont · ~1 mi from East Ryegate
Crystal Lake
Vermont · ~2 mi from Barton
Echo Lake Charleston
Vermont · ~2 mi from East Charleston
Echo Lake Plymouth
Vermont · ~2 mi from Plymouth
Greenwood Lake
Vermont · ~2 mi from Woodbury
Holcomb Bay
Vermont · ~1 mi from Isle La Motte
Island Pond
Vermont · ~1 mi from Island Pond
Kehoe
Vermont · ~1 mi from Bomoseen
Lake Parker
Vermont · ~1 mi from Glover
Monkton Pond
Vermont · ~2 mi from Monkton
Spectacle Pond
Vermont · ~2 mi from Island Pond
Valley Lake
Vermont · ~2 mi from Woodbury
Bay Harbor Marina
Vermont · ~2 mi from Colchester
Ewell Pond
Vermont · ~2 mi from Peacham
Fosters Pond
Vermont · ~2 mi from Peacham
Hardwick Lake
Vermont · ~2 mi from Hardwick
Lake Fairlee
Vermont · ~2 mi from Post Mills
Little Hosmer
Vermont · ~2 mi from Craftsbury
May Pond
Vermont · ~2 mi from Barton
Nelson Pond
Vermont · ~2 mi from Calais
Sabin Pond
Vermont · ~2 mi from Woodbury
Saint Albans Bay
Vermont · ~2 mi from Saint Albans Bay
Vantines
Vermont · ~2 mi from Grand Isle
Whipple Point
Vermont · ~2 mi from Newport
Daniels Pond
Vermont · ~2 mi from West Glover
John Guilmette
Vermont · ~2 mi from South Hero
Johns River
Vermont · ~2 mi from Beebe Plain
Keeler Bay
Vermont · ~2 mi from South Hero
Kelly Bay
Vermont · ~2 mi from Rouses Point
Lake Morey
Vermont · ~2 mi from Fairlee
Lake Raponda
Vermont · ~2 mi from Wilmington
Richville
Vermont · ~2 mi from Shoreham
Colton Pond
Vermont · ~3 mi from Killington
Gale Meadows Pond
Vermont · ~3 mi from Bondville
Joseph Wiltshire
Vermont · ~3 mi from Mount Holly
Knapp Pond 1
Vermont · ~2 mi from Reading
Knapp Pond 2
Vermont · ~2 mi from Reading
Lake Carmi
Vermont · ~3 mi from Franklin
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I kayak in Vermont?
Vermont has 216 public kayak launch points listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, rivers, creeks, reservoirs, estuarys.
Are there beginner-friendly paddling spots in Vermont?
Yes! Many of the 216 beginner-rated locations in Vermont offer calm waters and easy boat ramp access, making them perfect for new paddlers.
Do I need a permit to kayak in Vermont?
Permit requirements vary by location. Most public boat ramps in Vermont are free to access, though some state parks may charge an entrance or parking fee. Check individual location details for specific requirements.