Best Kayak Spots in San Francisco, CA
9 kayak spots compared · avg 4.6★ · updated October 2026
What kayak spots cost in San Francisco, CA
9 listings do not publish a rate. Most kayak spots that withhold pricing quote on enquiry, so calling is usually faster than filling in a form.
Confirmed across San Francisco, CA: 9 of 9 have launch. Anything not listed simply has not been verified yet.
Mission Creek Kayak Launch is the highest-rated, at 5★ from 5 Google reviews.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Pricing, features, and ratings for the top 9 kayak spots in San Francisco, CA.
| Name | Rating | Admission | Launch | Boat Ramp | Parking | Fishing | Crabbing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Creek Kayak Launch | 5★(5) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Torpedo Wharf | 4.7★(1100) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Keel Park | 4.7★(515) | Free | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | View → |
| Blue Heron Lake | 4.7★(233) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| McCovey Cove | 4.5★(357) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Lake Merced | 4.5★(81) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| China Basin | 4.4★(66) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Port Authority Small Boat Ramp | 4.3★(37) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Kayaks Unlimited SF | 4.3★(19) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
All Kayak Spots in San Francisco, CA
Mission Creek Kayak Launch
5★ · 5 reviews
Torpedo Wharf
4.7★ · 1100 reviews
Keel Park
4.7★ · 515 reviews
Blue Heron Lake
4.7★ · 233 reviews
McCovey Cove
4.5★ · 357 reviews
Lake Merced
4.5★ · 81 reviews
China Basin
4.4★ · 66 reviews
Port Authority Small Boat Ramp
4.3★ · 37 reviews
Kayaks Unlimited SF
4.3★ · 19 reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
How many kayak spots are in San Francisco, CA?
San Francisco, CA has 9 active kayak spots listed in our directory.
What is the average rating for kayak spots in San Francisco, CA?
The average Google rating across kayak spots in San Francisco, CA is 4.6 stars.
What is the top-rated kayak spot in San Francisco, CA?
Mission Creek Kayak Launch is currently the highest-rated kayak spot in San Francisco, CA.
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