Best Places to Kayak Near Canon City, CO
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Canon City, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Canon City
1Brush Hollow State Wildlife Area
Standout kayak fishing on Brush Hollow Creek - Brush Hollow Reservoir
2Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Just 10 miles from Canon City — the closest quality launch
3Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
A top-rated river launch on Arkansas River
Fremont co rd 3 river access
Colorado · 9.0 mi
Brush Hollow State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 9.2 mi
Parkdale
Colorado · 9.6 mi
Parkdale
Colorado · 9.6 mi
Parkdale
Colorado · 9.6 mi
Parkdale
Colorado · 9.7 mi
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Colorado · 9.7 mi
Parkdale
Colorado · 9.8 mi
Parkdale
Colorado · 9.9 mi
Spikebuck
Colorado · 13.3 mi
Spikebuck
Colorado · 13.3 mi
Spikebuck
Colorado · 13.3 mi
Spikebuck
Colorado · 13.4 mi
Spikebuck
Colorado · 13.4 mi
5 1/2 points river access
Colorado · 14.6 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.8 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.8 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Five Points
Colorado · 14.9 mi
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Colorado · 15.3 mi
3 Rocks river access
Colorado · 15.5 mi
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Colorado · 16.4 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Canon City, CO?
Top picks near Canon City include Brush Hollow State Wildlife Area, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. 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 Canon City?
Near Canon City 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 Canon City?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Canon City are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.