Santa Monica State Beach & Santa Monica Pier
Beach · Santa Monica
- Kayak & SUP
- Surfing
- Fishing
Why it's here: “Stand-up paddleboarding and surfing are common here.”
Kayak and SUP launch spots around Los Angeles
9 places · Updated automatically · Last reviewed October 10, 2026
Calm-water and beach spots around Los Angeles where you can launch a kayak or paddleboard. Each guide covers parking, launch access and the local rules.
- Cabrillo Beach
Beach · San Pedro
- Boat launch
- Kayak & SUP
- Surfing
Why it's here: “Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards can be hand-launched from the inner beach in calm harbor water.” - Marina "Mother's" Beach
Beach · Marina del Rey
- Kayak & SUP
- Swimming
- Lifeguards
Why it's here: “Free for kayaks, SUPs, windsurfers and dinghies (parking fees apply)” - Marina del Rey
Harbor · Marina del Rey
- Boat launch
- Kayak & SUP
- Fishing
Why it's here: “Kayaks and paddleboards can launch for free at Mother's Beach.” - Alamitos Bay
Harbor · Long Beach
- Kayak & SUP
- Fishing
- Sailing
Why it's here: “home to sailboats, powerboats, rowing crews, paddlers and several yacht clubs” - King Harbor, Redondo Beach
Harbor · Redondo Beach
- Boat launch
- Kayak & SUP
- Boat rentals
Why it's here: “Hand-carried craft can launch at a separate city hand launch on North Harbor Drive” - Cabrillo Beach Boat Launch Ramp
Boat ramp · San Pedro
- Boat launch
- Kayak & SUP
- Fishing
Why it's here: “Paddlers can hand-launch from the shore at the inner beach next to the ramp.” - Long Beach Marine Stadium and Launch Ramp
Boat ramp · Long Beach
- Boat launch
- Kayak & SUP
- Restrooms
Why it's here: “used by rowers, paddlers, water-skiers and powerboat racers” - Redondo Beach Boat Hoist & Hand Launch
Boat ramp · Redondo Beach
- Boat launch
- Kayak & SUP
Why it's here: “Hand-carried boats such as kayaks, paddleboards and small dinghies can launch from the city hand launch”
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