Best Places to Kayak Near Benton, MO

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

30 nearby18 Lakes10 Rivers2 Canals
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Top Picks Near Benton

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Headwaters Access

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

CanalBeginner12 mi away
a small cave in the middle of a forest2

Block Hole Access

A top-rated canal launch on Castor River Diversion Channel

CanalBeginner18 mi away
a body of water with land in the distance3

Tywappity Community Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner9 mi away
brown wooden dock over body of water

General Watkins Conservation Area

Missouri · 2.1 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Tywappity Community Lake

Missouri · 9.1 mi

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A view of a river from the side of a dirt road

Thebes Boat Ramp

Illinois · 11.8 mi

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a small white boat in the water

Horseshoe Lake - Alexander

Illinois · 12.0 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Headwaters Access

Missouri · 12.1 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Horseshoe Lake - Alexander

Illinois · 13.5 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Robert G. Delaney Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · 13.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Horseshoe Lake - Alexander

Illinois · 14.3 mi

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a river with trees around it

Red Star Access

Missouri · 17.2 mi

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a small cave in the middle of a forest

Block Hole Access

Missouri · 18.1 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Lake Girardeau Conservation Area

Missouri · 21.2 mi

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a bear standing on top of a rock in the water

Aquilla Access

Missouri · 21.6 mi

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green trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

Mound City

Illinois · 22.5 mi

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

Cairo

Illinois · 22.6 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Bird's Blue Hole

Missouri · 25.3 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Duck Creek Conservation Area (Greenbrier Unit)

Missouri · 25.6 mi

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

Flat Lake

Kentucky · 25.9 mi

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

Fish Lake Drain

Kentucky · 26.1 mi

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a person in a kayak paddling on a lake

Fish Lake

Kentucky · 26.1 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Buck Lake

Kentucky · 26.3 mi

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

Jos Hunter Moore Access

Missouri · 26.8 mi

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a view of a lake from a kayak

Wickliffe Water Front

Kentucky · 27.0 mi

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green trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

Olmstead boat ramp

Illinois · 27.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Ten Mile Pond Conservation Area

Missouri · 27.5 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Ten Mile Pond Conservation Area

Missouri · 27.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Ten Mile Pond Conservation Area

Missouri · 27.5 mi

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

Humphrey Creek Ramp

Kentucky · 27.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Ten Mile Pond Conservation Area

Missouri · 27.9 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Ten Mile Pond Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.2 mi

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a bear standing on top of a rock in the water

Maple Flats Access

Missouri · 28.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Benton.

Morley, MO3 miBlodgett, MO5 miOran, MO6 miChaffee, MO8 miKelso, MO8 miVanduser, MO9 miCommerce, MO9 miScott City, MO10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Benton, MO?

Top picks near Benton include Headwaters Access, Block Hole Access, Tywappity Community Lake. 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 Benton?

Near Benton 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 Benton?

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