Best Places to Kayak Near Auburn, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Auburn

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Lake Malone State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Lake Malone

LakeBeginner22 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

LakeBeginner21 mi away
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Briggs Lake

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

LakeBeginner6 mi away
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Briggs Lake

Kentucky · 6.3 mi

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

Hullett Lane Carrydown

Kentucky · 8.5 mi

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

Saddler Ford Carrydown

Kentucky · 12.6 mi

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

Morgantown Bridge Carrydown

Kentucky · 13.7 mi

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

Ditmore Road Carrydown

Kentucky · 13.8 mi

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A lake surrounded by lots of trees in a forest

Franklin

Kentucky · 14.7 mi

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

Woody Atkinson Road Carrydown

Kentucky · 15.3 mi

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Basil Griffin Park

Kentucky · 15.8 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Lonnie White

Kentucky · 16.2 mi

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

Highway 622 Access

Kentucky · 16.6 mi

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

Duncan Road Ford Carrydown

Kentucky · 17.6 mi

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Spa Lake

Kentucky · 17.7 mi

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Boat Landing Road

Kentucky · 17.8 mi

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

State Street Bridge Access

Kentucky · 18.0 mi

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

Phil Moore Park Carrydown #2

Kentucky · 18.4 mi

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Potter/Combs

Kentucky · 18.6 mi

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

Phill Moore Park

Kentucky · 18.8 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Greencastle

Kentucky · 18.9 mi

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

Romanza Johnson Park

Kentucky · 19.2 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Beach Bend Campground

Kentucky · 20.4 mi

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

Shady Cliff

Kentucky · 21.1 mi

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

Woodbury

Kentucky · 21.3 mi

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a view of a lake from a kayak

Riverside

Kentucky · 21.3 mi

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

Woodbury - Lock & Dam #4 Fishing Access

Kentucky · 21.4 mi

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

Lake Malone State Park

Kentucky · 22.2 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Porters Chapel

Tennessee · 23.9 mi

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A person in a kayak paddling down a river

Sherwood Point

Kentucky · 24.1 mi

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

Mud River

Kentucky · 24.8 mi

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

Rochester Ramp

Kentucky · 24.9 mi

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

Morgantown

Kentucky · 25.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Auburn.

South Union, KY4 miRockfield, KY8 miWoodburn, KY9 miRussellville, KY10 miFranklin, KY14 miAdairville, KY15 miOlmstead, KY16 miBowling Green, KY17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

What types of paddling can I do near Auburn?

Near Auburn 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 Auburn?

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