Paddling in Missouri

Explore 722 kayak launches, boat ramps, and paddling destinations across Missouri.

722 locations442 Lakes221 Rivers36 Creeks

Best Paddling in Missouri

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Round Spring Access

Missouri

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Lamar Access

Missouri · ~2 mi from Lamar

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Wolf Bayou Unit of Black Island Conservation Area

Missouri · ~8 mi from Hayti

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Sears Community Lake

Missouri · ~6 mi from Pollock

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Headwaters Access

Missouri · ~4 mi from Scott City

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a small cave in the middle of a forest

Block Hole Access

Missouri · ~5 mi from Delta

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a body of water with land in the distance

Cooper Creek Access

Missouri · ~0 mi from Point Lookout

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Harper Valley Resort

Missouri · ~1 mi from Kimberling City

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Highway 39 Bridge (South)

Missouri · ~1 mi from Shell Knob

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Mill Creek Resort

Missouri · ~1 mi from Lampe

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Sunrise Lake

Missouri · ~1 mi from Osborn

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Century Lake

Missouri · ~1 mi from Osborn

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Farrington Park Lake (Windsor)

Missouri · ~1 mi from Windsor

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Hermitage Campground

Missouri · ~1 mi from Hermitage

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Izaac Walton Lake (Nevada)

Missouri · ~1 mi from Nevada

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Kings River

Missouri · ~1 mi from Golden

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a body of water with land in the distance

Kissee Mills Park

Missouri · ~1 mi from Kissee Mills

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Limpp Community Lake

Missouri · ~1 mi from King City

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a body of water with land in the distance

William G. and Erma Parke White Memorial Wildlife Area

Missouri · ~1 mi from Whiteside

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Eagle Lake (Cameron Reservoirs)

Missouri · ~1 mi from Osborn

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Henry Sever Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · ~1 mi from Newark

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Lakeview Park Lake (Mexico)

Missouri · ~1 mi from Mexico

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Lawson City Lake

Missouri · ~1 mi from Lawson

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New City Lake (Lancaster)

Missouri · ~1 mi from Lancaster

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Odessa City Lake

Missouri · ~1 mi from Odessa

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Pa He Tsi

Missouri · ~1 mi from Osage Beach

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Possum Creek

Missouri · ~1 mi from Wappapello

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Rockaway Beach Access

Missouri · ~1 mi from Rockaway Beach

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Shawnee Trail Conservation Area

Missouri · ~1 mi from Mindenmines

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a body of water with land in the distance

Shawnee Trail Conservation Area

Missouri · ~1 mi from Mindenmines

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Simpson Park Lake (West)

Missouri · ~1 mi from Valley Park

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a body of water with land in the distance

Tywappity Community Lake

Missouri · ~1 mi from Chaffee

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Beach 2

Missouri · ~2 mi from Osage Beach

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Cooper Creek

Missouri · ~2 mi from Deepwater

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Dairy Farm Lake No.1 (University of Missouri)

Missouri · ~2 mi from Rocheport

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Eagle Rock Marina

Missouri · ~2 mi from Eagle Rock

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Eagle Rock Park

Missouri · ~2 mi from Eagle Rock

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Ella Ewing Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · ~1 mi from Gorin

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First Mate Yacht Services

Missouri · ~2 mi from Lake Ozark

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General Watkins Conservation Area

Missouri · ~2 mi from Morley

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Larry R. Gale Access

Missouri · ~2 mi from Roach

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Long Creek Recreation Area

Missouri · ~2 mi from Ridgedale

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Manito Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · ~2 mi from Fortuna

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Mill Creek

Missouri · ~2 mi from Lampe

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Quarry Point Park

Missouri · ~2 mi from Hermitage

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Radio Springs Lake (Nevada)

Missouri · ~2 mi from Nevada

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Rothwell Park Lake (Moberly)

Missouri · ~1 mi from Moberly

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Simpson Park Lake (East)

Missouri · ~1 mi from Valley Park

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Stockton Lake Management Lands

Missouri · ~2 mi from Arcola

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Teal Lake (Mexico)

Missouri · ~2 mi from Mexico

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Viola

Missouri · ~2 mi from Golden

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Water Works Lake (Moberly)

Missouri · ~2 mi from Moberly

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Blue Springs Lake

Missouri · ~2 mi from Blue Springs

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Bluebird Road

Missouri · ~2 mi from Lake Ozark

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Brickyard Hill Conservation Area

Missouri · ~2 mi from Watson

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Creve Coeur Park Lake #2

Missouri · ~2 mi from Maryland Heights

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Creve Coeur Park Lake #3

Missouri · ~2 mi from Maryland Heights

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Higginsville City Lake

Missouri · ~2 mi from Higginsville

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Hornersville Access

Missouri · ~2 mi from Hornersville

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Lightfoot

Missouri · ~2 mi from Pittsburg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I kayak in Missouri?

Missouri has 722 public kayak launch points listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, rivers, creeks, reservoirs, springs.

Are there beginner-friendly paddling spots in Missouri?

Yes! Many of the 722 beginner-rated locations in Missouri offer calm waters and easy boat ramp access, making them perfect for new paddlers.

Do I need a permit to kayak in Missouri?

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