Best Places to Kayak Near Ashmore, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Ashmore, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Ashmore
1Green Valley Public Fishing Area
Standout kayak fishing on Green Valley Mine Pond
2Charleston Side Channel
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
3Fairbanks Park
Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock
Lake Charleston Spillway Park
Illinois · 7.3 mi
Charleston Side Channel
Illinois · 7.5 mi
Walnut Point Lake
Illinois · 12.0 mi
Walnut Point Lake
Illinois · 12.3 mi
Mill Creek Lake
Illinois · 13.2 mi
Twin Lakes - West
Illinois · 19.7 mi
Twin Lakes - Central
Illinois · 20.1 mi
Twin Lakes - East
Illinois · 20.6 mi
Lincoln Trail Lake
Illinois · 21.2 mi
Lincoln Trail Lake
Illinois · 21.2 mi
Lake Paradise
Illinois · 22.1 mi
Lake Mattoon
Illinois · 26.0 mi
Kaskaskia River State Fish and Wildlife Area
Illinois · 27.9 mi
Green Valley Public Fishing Area
Indiana · 28.1 mi
Lake Shelbyville
Illinois · 29.5 mi
Wabashiki FWA Funk Lake
Indiana · 30.2 mi
Sullivan Marina
Illinois · 30.5 mi
Bell Pond
Indiana · 31.1 mi
Wood Lake
Illinois · 31.2 mi
Lake Shelbyville
Illinois · 31.5 mi
Lake Shelbyville
Illinois · 31.5 mi
Robert Hunter Kearns
Indiana · 32.8 mi
Riverview Public Access Site
Indiana · 32.9 mi
Fairbanks Park
Indiana · 33.1 mi
Maple Avenue Nature Park
Indiana · 33.2 mi
Lake Shelbyville
Illinois · 34.0 mi
Prairie Creek Lake & Ponds
Indiana · 34.5 mi
Sam Parr Lake
Illinois · 34.9 mi
Kraemer Memorial Park
Illinois · 35.2 mi
Clinton
Indiana · 35.2 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Ashmore, IL?
Top picks near Ashmore include Green Valley Public Fishing Area, Charleston Side Channel, Fairbanks Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, canals.
What types of paddling can I do near Ashmore?
Near Ashmore 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 Ashmore?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Ashmore are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.