Best Places to Kayak Near Burlington, KY

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

30 nearby15 Rivers11 Lakes4 Creeks
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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

Inglewood-Idlewidle Park Lakes

Kentucky · 0.7 mi

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

Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access

Kentucky · 1.9 mi

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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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Tanners Creek Launching Ramp

Kentucky · 7.0 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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Great Miami Ramp at Shawnee Lookout Park

Kentucky · 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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Camp Shore Campground

Kentucky · 7.9 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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Rising Sun Municipal Park

Kentucky · 8.5 mi

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Aurora Marina

Kentucky · 8.5 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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Riverside Public Ramp

Kentucky · 8.8 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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Blue Ribbon Marina

Kentucky · 9.0 mi

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City of Greendale

Indiana · 9.3 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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Shor Lake Bank Access

Kentucky · 10.3 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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Arnold Creek Launching Ramp

Kentucky · 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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Prisoner's Lake

Kentucky · 11.6 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 rivers, lakes, 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.