Paddling in Kansas

Explore 215 kayak launches, boat ramps, and paddling destinations across Kansas.

215 locations169 Lakes23 Reservoirs15 Rivers

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Flagstop Resort and RV Park

Kansas · ~0 mi from Milford

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Hundred and Ten Mile Recreation Area

Kansas · ~0 mi from Vassar

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Kiowa State Fishing Lake

Kansas · ~0 mi from Greensburg

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · ~1 mi from Frontenac

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Addams Grove

Kansas · ~1 mi from Vassar

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Barber State Fishing Lake-Lower

Kansas · ~1 mi from Medicine Lodge

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Old Town

Kansas · ~1 mi from Ozawkie

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Pomona Lake-Red Oak

Kansas · ~1 mi from Vassar

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Barber State Fishing Lake-Upper

Kansas · ~1 mi from Medicine Lodge

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Farnum Creek Public Use Area

Kansas · ~1 mi from Milford

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Fourth Street (Wakefield)

Kansas · ~1 mi from Wakefield

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · ~1 mi from Frontenac

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Pomona Lake-Cedar Wind

Kansas · ~1 mi from Vassar

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Pomona Lake-E 229th Street

Kansas · ~1 mi from Vassar

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Pomona Lake Marina

Kansas · ~1 mi from Vassar

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Black Kettle

Kansas · ~2 mi from Moundridge

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Butler State Fishing Lake

Kansas · ~2 mi from Latham

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Dam Site

Kansas · ~2 mi from Vassar

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Elk River

Kansas · ~2 mi from Elk City

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Kanza View Park

Kansas · ~2 mi from Council Grove

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · ~2 mi from Frontenac

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · ~2 mi from Frontenac

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Kansas · ~1 mi from Frontenac

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Toronto-Beach

Kansas · ~2 mi from Toronto

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Toronto-East

Kansas · ~1 mi from Toronto

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Comanche Road

Kansas · ~2 mi from Ozawkie

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Council Grove Marina

Kansas · ~2 mi from Council Grove

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Crawford State Fishing Lake-2

Kansas · ~2 mi from Farlington

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Hillsdale-Cedar Niles

Kansas · ~2 mi from Hillsdale

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Hillsdale-Marysville

Kansas · ~2 mi from Hillsdale

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Cowley State Fishing Lake

Kansas · ~2 mi from Maple City

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El Dorado-Area 4

Kansas · ~3 mi from El Dorado

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Jeffrey Aux-Lake

Kansas · ~2 mi from Belvue

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Longview

Kansas · ~2 mi from Ozawkie

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McPherson State Fishing Lake

Kansas · ~2 mi from Roxbury

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Richey Cove Park

Kansas · ~3 mi from Council Grove

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School Creek

Kansas · ~3 mi from Milford

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Chase State Fishing Lake

Kansas · ~3 mi from Cottonwood Falls

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Crawford State Fishing Lake-1

Kansas · ~3 mi from Farlington

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Fall River

Kansas · ~3 mi from Fall River

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Fall River-Engineers Cove

Kansas · ~3 mi from Fall River

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Main Street

Kansas · ~3 mi from Ozawkie

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Timber Creek South Campground

Kansas · ~3 mi from Wakefield

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Lake Stockton

Kansas · ~3 mi from Stockton

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 4

Kansas · ~3 mi from Mindenmines

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Toronto-North

Kansas · ~3 mi from Toronto

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Unit C-South

Kansas · ~3 mi from Pleasanton

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Kansas · ~3 mi from Pleasanton

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Hillsdale-Point

Kansas · ~3 mi from Hillsdale

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Lake Perry Yacht and Marina

Kansas · ~3 mi from Perry

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 6

Kansas · ~3 mi from Pittsburg

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Pool 3

Kansas · ~3 mi from Saint Paul

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Pool 3

Kansas · ~3 mi from Saint Paul

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Timber Hill

Kansas · ~3 mi from Dennis

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Toronto-Middle

Kansas · ~3 mi from Toronto

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Toronto-South

Kansas · ~3 mi from Toronto

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Fall River

Kansas · ~4 mi from Fall River

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Keith Sebelius-East Leota

Kansas · ~4 mi from Norton

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Keith Sebelius-West Leota

Kansas · ~4 mi from Norton

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Milford Recreation Area

Kansas · ~4 mi from Wakefield

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I kayak in Kansas?

Kansas has 215 public kayak launch points listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, reservoirs, rivers, creeks.

Are there beginner-friendly paddling spots in Kansas?

Yes! Many of the 215 beginner-rated locations in Kansas offer calm waters and easy boat ramp access, making them perfect for new paddlers.

Do I need a permit to kayak in Kansas?

Permit requirements vary by location. Most public boat ramps in Kansas are free to access, though some state parks may charge an entrance or parking fee. Check individual location details for specific requirements.