Best Places to Kayak Near Blackford, KY

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

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Blackford Ramp

Kentucky · 0.2 mi

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

VFW Bridge

Kentucky · 2.4 mi

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Fishtrap Bridge Access

Kentucky · 3.8 mi

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Montezuma Bridge - Hwy 120

Kentucky · 6.1 mi

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Old Providence Road Ramp

Kentucky · 8.1 mi

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Grangertown Landing

Kentucky · 8.2 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Old Lock & Dam #50

Kentucky · 8.7 mi

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Bellville Road Access

Kentucky · 8.7 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Providence New City Lake

Kentucky · 9.3 mi

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

Caseyville

Kentucky · 9.5 mi

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Moffitt Lake

Kentucky · 10.0 mi

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Towry Bridge Access

Kentucky · 10.4 mi

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Cave-In-Rock Boat Ramp

Kentucky · 12.5 mi

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

Cave-In-Rock

Illinois · 12.5 mi

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Mauzy Lake

Kentucky · 12.6 mi

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Walker Lake

Kentucky · 13.2 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Lake George

Kentucky · 13.3 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Dixon City Lake

Kentucky · 14.1 mi

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Mortons Lake

Kentucky · 14.3 mi

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

Clear Creek Ramp

Kentucky · 16.8 mi

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Blackburn

Kentucky · 20.0 mi

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

Old Shawneetown

Illinois · 20.3 mi

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Old Shawneetown Boat Ramp

Kentucky · 20.3 mi

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Elizabethtown Ferry

Kentucky · 20.6 mi

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

Uniontown

Kentucky · 22.6 mi

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a man riding on the back of a boat in the water

Rosiclare

Illinois · 22.6 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Lake Peewee

Kentucky · 22.9 mi

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Uniontown Dike

Kentucky · 23.0 mi

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Hovey Lake Access Site

Kentucky · 23.3 mi

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Hovey Lake

Indiana · 23.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Blackford include Dixon City Lake, Walker Lake, Hovey Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Blackford?

Near Blackford 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 Blackford?

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