Best Places to Kayak Near Albert Lea, MN

30 public launch points within 50 miles of Albert Lea, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

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Brookside Park

Minnesota · 0.9 mi

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Frank Hall Park

Minnesota · 0.9 mi

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North Edgewater Bay

Minnesota · 1.7 mi

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Pickerel Lake

Minnesota · 2.6 mi

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St. Nicholas Landing

Minnesota · 4.1 mi

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Myre Big Island State Park

Minnesota · 4.3 mi

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Geneva Lake

Minnesota · 10.3 mi

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Morin Lake

Minnesota · 10.5 mi

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Arrowhead County Park

Minnesota · 11.2 mi

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State Line Lake

Minnesota · 11.4 mi

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silver lake - worth

Iowa · 11.7 mi

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Silver Lake - Worth

Iowa · 12.5 mi

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Beaver Lake

Minnesota · 16.3 mi

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Elk Creek Marsh

Iowa · 17.0 mi

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Elk Creek Marsh

Iowa · 17.1 mi

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St. Olaf Lake

Minnesota · 17.5 mi

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Elk Creek Marsh

Iowa · 17.8 mi

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Wells

Minnesota · 18.4 mi

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Rice Lake Wildlife Area

Iowa · 19.1 mi

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Rice Lake Wildlife Area

Iowa · 19.5 mi

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rice lake wildlife area

Iowa · 19.6 mi

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Austin Mill Pond

Minnesota · 19.9 mi

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harmon lake

Iowa · 20.8 mi

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harmon lake

Iowa · 20.9 mi

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Ramsey Mill Pond

Minnesota · 20.9 mi

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East Side Lake Park

Minnesota · 21.0 mi

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Walnut Lake

Minnesota · 21.4 mi

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harmon lake

Iowa · 21.7 mi

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hanlontown slough wpa

Iowa · 23.3 mi

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Otranto Impoundment

Iowa · 23.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Albert Lea, MN?

Top picks near Albert Lea include Rice Lake Wildlife Area, Rice Lake Wildlife Area, Elk Creek Marsh. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Albert Lea?

Near Albert Lea you'll find opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Most locations offer beginner-friendly conditions with public boat ramp access.

Are there free kayak launches near Albert Lea?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Albert Lea are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.