Best Places to Kayak Near Barlow, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Barlow

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Goose Pond

Standout kayak fishing on Ballard Wildlife Management Area

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Little Turner Lake

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

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Buck Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, camping

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Buck Lake

Kentucky · 2.8 mi

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Fish Lake

Kentucky · 2.9 mi

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

Flat Lake

Kentucky · 3.2 mi

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

Fish Lake Drain

Kentucky · 3.8 mi

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

Ballard WMA Pond

Kentucky · 4.4 mi

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

Humphrey Creek Ramp

Kentucky · 6.3 mi

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Wickliffe Water Front

Kentucky · 6.6 mi

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Mound City

Illinois · 7.0 mi

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Mitchell Lake 3

Kentucky · 7.0 mi

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

Mitchell Lake 2

Kentucky · 7.3 mi

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

Castor Lake Ramp

Kentucky · 7.4 mi

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

Castor Lake

Kentucky · 7.5 mi

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Bird's Blue Hole

Missouri · 7.6 mi

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

Butler Lake

Kentucky · 7.6 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Cairo

Illinois · 7.6 mi

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

Mitchell Lake 1

Kentucky · 7.8 mi

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

Ballard Slough

Kentucky · 7.9 mi

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Big Turner Lake - 2

Kentucky · 8.1 mi

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Big Turner Lake - 3

Kentucky · 8.5 mi

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Olmstead boat ramp

Illinois · 8.6 mi

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Goose Pond

Kentucky · 8.7 mi

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Little Turner Lake

Kentucky · 8.9 mi

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

Big Turner Lake 1

Kentucky · 9.1 mi

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

Shelby Lake

Kentucky · 9.4 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Jos Hunter Moore Access

Missouri · 10.5 mi

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Odgen Landing

Kentucky · 12.9 mi

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Grand Chain

Illinois · 13.2 mi

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Doug Travis Water Management Area

Kentucky · 14.3 mi

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Joppa

Illinois · 15.1 mi

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Fish Lake

Kentucky · 16.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Barlow.

La Center, KY4 miWickliffe, KY6 miMound City, IL7 miCairo, IL8 miBandana, KY8 miKevil, KY9 miMounds, IL10 miOlmsted, IL10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Barlow include Goose Pond, Little Turner Lake, Buck Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Barlow?

Near Barlow 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 Barlow?

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