Best Places to Kayak Near Brownsville, IN

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

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Treaty Line

Indiana · 4.0 mi

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body of water under blue sky during daytime

Whitewater Memorial State Park

Indiana · 5.6 mi

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Silver Creek Ramp

Indiana · 5.8 mi

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a beach with a body of water

Dunlapsville

Indiana · 6.6 mi

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Quakertown Ramp

Indiana · 7.3 mi

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Hanna Creek

Indiana · 9.0 mi

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body of water under blue sky during daytime

Wildlife Area Access Point

Indiana · 9.2 mi

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a beach with a body of water

Egypt Hollow

Indiana · 10.2 mi

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a beach with a body of water

Fairfield Ramp

Indiana · 10.2 mi

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body of water under blue sky during daytime

Middle Fork Reservoir

Indiana · 13.6 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Templeton Creek

Indiana · 13.9 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Hueston Woods State Park

Ohio · 14.0 mi

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Garr Hill

Indiana · 14.2 mi

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a river with a few birds

Bonwell Hill

Indiana · 16.6 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Rush Run Wildlife Area

Ohio · 20.9 mi

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Westwood Run Lake

Indiana · 28.0 mi

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green trees beside lake under cloudy sky during daytime

Black St. Ramp - Combs Park

Ohio · 29.7 mi

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green trees beside lake under cloudy sky during daytime

Bicentennial Boat Ramp

Ohio · 30.2 mi

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Bischoff Reservoir

Indiana · 30.3 mi

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a beach with a body of water

Wilbur Wright Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 31.4 mi

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Great Miami Swamp at Shawnee Lookout

Ohio · 39.5 mi

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brown wooden pallet

Catalina Harbor

Ohio · 41.0 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Mariners Landing

Ohio · 41.3 mi

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

Tanners Creek Launch

Indiana · 42.1 mi

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

Petersburg

Kentucky · 42.9 mi

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

Sunset Bay Marina

Indiana · 43.5 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Aurora Marina

Indiana · 43.8 mi

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a river with a few birds

Lesko Park

Indiana · 44.0 mi

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

Shelbyville

Indiana · 44.0 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Camp Shore Campground

Indiana · 44.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Brownsville, IN?

Top picks near Brownsville include Wilbur Wright Fish & Wildlife Area, Bonwell Hill, Whitewater Memorial State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Brownsville?

Near Brownsville 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 Brownsville?

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