Best Places to Kayak Near Allensville, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Allensville

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Lake Malone State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Lake Malone

LakeBeginner27 mi away
woman in blue shirt and blue denim jeans riding orange kayak on water during daytime2

Shady Cliff

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

LakeBeginner24 mi away
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Briggs Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

LakeBeginner17 mi away
a river running through a lush green forest

Porters Chapel

Tennessee · 5.0 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Adam's

Tennessee · 8.2 mi

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Briggs Lake

Kentucky · 17.0 mi

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Spa Lake

Kentucky · 17.6 mi

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McGregor Park

Tennessee · 22.0 mi

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Trice Landing Park

Tennessee · 22.5 mi

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Fairgrounds Park

Tennessee · 23.0 mi

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Clarksville Marina

Tennessee · 23.1 mi

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Lock B Northside

Tennessee · 24.0 mi

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Lock B Southside

Tennessee · 24.1 mi

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woman in blue shirt and blue denim jeans riding orange kayak on water during daytime

Shady Cliff

Kentucky · 24.1 mi

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A lake surrounded by lots of trees in a forest

Franklin

Kentucky · 26.6 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Lake Malone State Park

Kentucky · 26.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Ditmore Road Carrydown

Kentucky · 26.6 mi

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Sherwood Point

Kentucky · 26.6 mi

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Smith's Branch

Tennessee · 27.0 mi

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Marrowbone Lake

Tennessee · 27.7 mi

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Sycamore Creek Recreation Area

Tennessee · 27.7 mi

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Cheatham Dam Campground

Tennessee · 27.7 mi

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Cheatham Dam

Tennessee · 27.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Cheatham Dam Ramp

Tennessee · 27.9 mi

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Pardue

Tennessee · 27.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Doziers Boat Dock

Tennessee · 28.0 mi

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a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Lake Morris

Kentucky · 28.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Hullett Lane Carrydown

Kentucky · 28.9 mi

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green and brown trees beside river during daytime

Big Bluff Creek

Tennessee · 29.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Harpeth Shoals Marina

Tennessee · 29.0 mi

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Harpeth River Campground

Tennessee · 29.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Saddler Ford Carrydown

Kentucky · 29.4 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Riverview Marina

Tennessee · 29.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Allensville.

Olmstead, KY7 miGuthrie, KY8 miAdairville, KY9 miAdams, TN11 miCedar Hill, TN13 miRussellville, KY13 miTrenton, KY13 miSpringfield, TN16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Allensville, KY?

Top picks near Allensville include Lake Malone State Park, Shady Cliff, Briggs Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Allensville?

Near Allensville 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 Allensville?

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