Kayak Hammocks Beach State Park Waterways

Swansboro, NC
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Kayak Hammocks Beach State Park Waterways
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Kayak through a diverse eco-system of waterways. Escape the crowds for a few hours, or camp on the beach and escape for a few days. Variety of routes can accommodates beginner and intermediate kayakers.

The number of routes one can take to kayak to Hammocks Beach State Park are endless. One quick look at google maps and you'll see the path from mainland to the island is scattered by a hodgepodge series of small islands (some only a few feet wide).

First timers should launch from the dock off Hammock beach road in Swansboro, NC.

Time of adventure varies on route taken and if you're camping on Hammocks Beach State park (reservations are required). Kayaking routes can vary but on average expect about 5-7 miles for a roundtrip lasting around 5 hours.

Ferry rides are available for a quicker route to the beach for those looking to camp or hike on Hammocks Beach - see official website and this paddle map for details.

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Evan Lambert
3/6/2024
Bear Island was incredible
Paddled out to Bear Island during Covid, had the whole island to ourselves.
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Adrian Nethercott
6/8/2020
Relaxing
Spent 4 hours out her a couple weeks ago. It was a prefect day, no rough waters and zero boat traffic. Plenty of small ...
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Shanitra Jones
9/1/2019
Awesome experience!
I booked the Paddle to Bear Island excursion online through PaddleNC and it was a very wonderful experience. Our small group of 4 ...
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Jamie Louther
7/23/2018
Tidal Paddle
Launch from the Hammocks Beach kayak launch at low tide. Paddle across the Intracoastal and follow the trail to Bear Island. Explore. Let high ...
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Lindsey Blankenhorn
10/2/2017
Go Now
Great space to get away, lots of wildlife.
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