Best Places to Kayak Near Butternut, WI

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

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Top Picks Near Butternut

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Butternut Lake North

Standout kayak fishing on Butternut Lake

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Gordon Lake

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

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Butternut Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

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Butternut Lake North

Wisconsin · 1.8 mi

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Butternut Lake

Wisconsin · 3.0 mi

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Second Slough

Wisconsin · 4.4 mi

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Grants Landing

Wisconsin · 4.5 mi

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Agenda

Wisconsin · 4.7 mi

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Butternut Lake Carry-In

Wisconsin · 4.8 mi

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Park Falls Carry-in

Wisconsin · 5.4 mi

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Holts

Wisconsin · 5.5 mi

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Hines Park

Wisconsin · 5.6 mi

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Park Falls

Wisconsin · 7.4 mi

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Smith Lake County Park

Wisconsin · 7.9 mi

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Bass Lake

Wisconsin · 7.9 mi

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DEMARS BRIDGE CARRY-IN

Wisconsin · 8.0 mi

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Trout Lake Access

Wisconsin · 8.1 mi

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Blockhouse Lake

Wisconsin · 8.1 mi

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South Fork Canoe Launch

Wisconsin · 8.6 mi

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HAY LAKE ACCESS

Wisconsin · 9.1 mi

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Bay Spring Access

Wisconsin · 9.4 mi

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Pixley Dam Public Wayside

Wisconsin · 9.7 mi

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Flambeau River Carry-in

Wisconsin · 10.0 mi

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South Fork Flambeau River Carry-in

Wisconsin · 10.2 mi

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Cammerer Lake

Wisconsin · 10.4 mi

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South Fork Flambeau River Access

Wisconsin · 10.4 mi

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Augustine Lake

Wisconsin · 10.7 mi

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Flambeau River (Sixmile

Wisconsin · 11.2 mi

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Chippewa River

Wisconsin · 11.2 mi

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South Fork Flambeau River

Wisconsin · 11.4 mi

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Gates Lake

Wisconsin · 11.4 mi

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South Fork Flambeau River Access

Wisconsin · 11.5 mi

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Gordon Lake

Wisconsin · 12.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Butternut.

Park Falls, WI6 miGlidden, WI9 miFifield, WI11 miMellen, WI21 miMercer, WI22 miPhillips, WI22 miClam Lake, WI25 miUpson, WI25 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Butternut, WI?

Top picks near Butternut include Butternut Lake North, Gordon Lake, Butternut Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Butternut?

Near Butternut 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 Butternut?

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