Kayak and canoe launches on Mystic River, Connecticut

5 launch sites on Mystic River from CT DEEP Boat Launches, OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). 1 are listed as hand, car-top or paddlecraft launches. 1 are trailer ramps. 3 are private or members-only.

Fees: 1 list no fee, 0 list a fee, 4 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.

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• Boat ramp at Mystic Downtown Marina · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Fee not verified, check the official page View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Mystic Point Marina · Marina (ask about launching) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  Private marina or resort
  Fee not verified; private sites usually charge, check with the site owner.
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Mystic River Boat Launch · Car Top/Carry-In
  No fee listed by CT DEEP boat launch FAQ (checked 2026-10-28) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 352 m (1150 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -13 ft (about 1% average grade)

  • Very long carry (over about 200 m): plan on a cart, or make two trips with gear first. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: CT DEEP Boat Launches (CT GIS). Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Mystic River Marina · Marina (ask about launching) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  Private marina or resort
  Fee not verified; private sites usually charge, check with the site owner.
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.
• Safe Harbor Mystic · Marina (ask about launching) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
  Private marina or resort
  Fee not verified; private sites usually charge, check with the site owner.
  Mapped in OpenStreetMap, check access locally.

Connecticut paddling rules
Registration, permits, life jackets and AIS stickers

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Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.