Best Places to Kayak Near Alden, MN

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

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Morin Lake

Minnesota · 1.7 mi

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Arrowhead County Park

Minnesota · 6.6 mi

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Wells

Minnesota · 7.8 mi

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North Edgewater Bay

Minnesota · 9.3 mi

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Pickerel Lake

Minnesota · 9.4 mi

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Brookside Park

Minnesota · 10.4 mi

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State Line Lake

Minnesota · 10.7 mi

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Walnut Lake

Minnesota · 10.9 mi

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Frank Hall Park

Minnesota · 11.1 mi

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St. Nicholas Landing

Minnesota · 13.7 mi

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harmon lake

Iowa · 13.8 mi

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silver lake - worth

Iowa · 13.8 mi

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harmon lake

Iowa · 13.9 mi

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Silver Lake - Worth

Iowa · 14.2 mi

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harmon lake

Iowa · 14.3 mi

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Myre Big Island State Park

Minnesota · 14.6 mi

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Elk Creek Marsh

Iowa · 17.6 mi

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Rice Lake Wildlife Area

Iowa · 17.8 mi

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Geneva Lake

Minnesota · 18.0 mi

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Rice Lake Wildlife Area

Iowa · 18.7 mi

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Elk Creek Marsh

Iowa · 18.9 mi

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rice lake wildlife area

Iowa · 19.3 mi

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St. Olaf Lake

Minnesota · 19.7 mi

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Latusek Landing

Minnesota · 20.0 mi

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Elk Creek Marsh

Iowa · 20.1 mi

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Beaver Lake

Minnesota · 20.5 mi

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hanlontown slough wpa

Iowa · 25.0 mi

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Lura Lake (East)

Minnesota · 26.0 mi

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Myre Slough

Iowa · 26.0 mi

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Daly Park

Minnesota · 26.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Alden, MN?

Top picks near Alden include Myre Slough, Rice Lake Wildlife Area, Rice Lake Wildlife Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Alden?

Near Alden 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 Alden?

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