Best Places to Kayak Near Burlington, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Burlington

Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks1

Arnold Creek Launching

Standout kayak fishing on Arnold Creek

CreekBeginner11 mi away
brown wooden pallet2

Catalina Harbor

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

LakeBeginner7 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees3

Mariners Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, picnic area

LakeBeginner7 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access

Kentucky · 1.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Camp Ernst Lake

Kentucky · 2.9 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Mariners Landing

Ohio · 6.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Anderson Ferry

Ohio · 7.0 mi

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brown wooden pallet

Catalina Harbor

Ohio · 7.2 mi

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

Petersburg

Kentucky · 7.3 mi

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man in black t-shirt standing on rock looking at the city during daytime

Great Miami Swamp at Shawnee Lookout

Ohio · 7.5 mi

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

Tanners Creek Launch

Indiana · 7.8 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Camp Shore Campground

Indiana · 7.9 mi

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a river with a few birds

Lesko Park

Indiana · 8.4 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Aurora Marina

Indiana · 8.5 mi

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a river with a few birds

Rising Sun Municipal Park

Indiana · 8.7 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Riverside Boat Launch

Ohio · 8.8 mi

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

Holiday Hills Resort and Marina

Indiana · 8.9 mi

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

Sunset Bay Marina

Indiana · 9.0 mi

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

Big Bone State Park

Kentucky · 10.2 mi

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

Arnold Creek Launching

Indiana · 10.6 mi

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woman in blue shirt and blue denim jeans riding orange kayak on water during daytime

Doe Run

Kentucky · 10.7 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Laughrey Public Access South

Indiana · 11.9 mi

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

Boone's Landing

Kentucky · 12.2 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Fredericks Landing

Kentucky · 13.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of river between trees

Public Landing - Ohio River - Cincinnati

Ohio · 13.6 mi

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a frozen lake surrounded by trees and snow

Patriot Launch

Indiana · 13.7 mi

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

Kenton Co. Park (Locust Pike Park)

Kentucky · 15.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a group of people on a boat in the water

Schmidt Field Park & Boat Launch/Schmidt Recreation Complex

Ohio · 16.8 mi

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A person in a kayak paddling down a river

Bullock Pen Lake

Kentucky · 17.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Schmidt Field

Indiana · 17.1 mi

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landscape photography of sea

Aces Marina

Ohio · 17.1 mi

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green trees beside lake under cloudy sky during daytime

Four Seasons Marina

Ohio · 17.2 mi

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brown wooden pallet

Rivertowne Marina

Ohio · 17.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Burlington.

Hebron, KY4 miPetersburg, KY5 miUnion, KY6 miFlorence, KY7 miMount Saint Joseph, OH7 miAddyston, OH7 miErlanger, KY8 miNorth Bend, OH8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Burlington include Arnold Creek Launching, Catalina Harbor, Mariners Landing. 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 Burlington?

Near Burlington 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 Burlington?

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