Best Places to Kayak Near Bone Gap, IL

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

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Beall Woods State Park

Illinois · 11.6 mi

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

Grayville

Illinois · 13.2 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Red Hills Lake

Illinois · 21.2 mi

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Red Hills Lake

Illinois · 21.3 mi

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East Fork Lake

Illinois · 21.6 mi

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Clark's Landing

Indiana · 22.0 mi

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New Harmony

Indiana · 22.3 mi

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Borah Lake

Illinois · 22.9 mi

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Hazleton

Indiana · 25.0 mi

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City of Vincennes Four Lakes Park

Indiana · 30.0 mi

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Vincennes

Indiana · 31.1 mi

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Sam Dale Lake

Illinois · 32.1 mi

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area - Dogtown Ferry

Indiana · 32.4 mi

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Sam Dale Lake

Illinois · 32.4 mi

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Dolan Lake

Illinois · 34.4 mi

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Newton Lake

Illinois · 34.8 mi

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Newton Lake

Illinois · 35.5 mi

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Sherburn Park

Kentucky · 36.4 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 37.6 mi

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USI Pond

Indiana · 38.0 mi

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a river with a few birds

Oakland City New Lake

Indiana · 38.1 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 38.3 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 38.5 mi

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Grassy Pond

Kentucky · 38.7 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 38.7 mi

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Indiana · 38.8 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Pigeon River

Indiana · 38.8 mi

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

Petersburg

Indiana · 38.9 mi

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a beach with a body of water

Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 38.9 mi

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Lake McLeansboro

Illinois · 39.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Bone Gap, IL?

Top picks near Bone Gap include Oakland City New Lake, Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area, Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Bone Gap?

Near Bone Gap 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 Bone Gap?

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