Hayward Street Launch is a kayak and canoe launch on Matfield River in Bridgewater, MA. From Boston it's roughly 26 miles in a straight line. Closest alternative: Frank Johnson Memorial Riverfront Launch in East Bridgewater (2.1 miles).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Bridgewater, MA |
| Water | Matfield River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Official Massachusetts access sites: Massachusetts Office of Fishing and Boating Access (ramps); Massachusetts Environmental Police (boating rules).
Guide: How to launch a kayak or canoe.
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Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
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Hayward Street Launch is in Bridgewater, Massachusetts. Use the directions button, which routes to the exact pin of Hayward Street Launch.
It gives you access to Matfield River.
We don't have fee information for Hayward Street Launch, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Frank Johnson Memorial Riverfront Launch in East Bridgewater (2.1 miles), Reynolds Landing in West Bridgewater (2.3 miles) and Summer Street Bridge in Bridgewater (3.6 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby