Best Places to Kayak Near Carr, CO

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

30 nearby27 Lakes2 Reservoirs1 Creek
← All paddling in Colorado
a river running through a canyon surrounded by rocks

Douglas Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · 15.6 mi

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woman in blue and black wetsuit riding on blue kayak on blue sea during daytime

Sloans Lake

Wyoming · 20.2 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Country Club Lake (Absaraka Lake)

Wyoming · 20.6 mi

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Soldier Canyon Event Facility

Colorado · 24.6 mi

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Mountain Bike Park

Colorado · 24.7 mi

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Soldier Canyon

Colorado · 24.7 mi

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Timber

Colorado · 24.8 mi

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Timber Group Picnic Area

Colorado · 24.8 mi

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Timber

Colorado · 24.8 mi

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South Eltuck Horseshoe Pit (east)

Colorado · 25.1 mi

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South Eltuck Event Facility

Colorado · 25.1 mi

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South Eltuck Horseshoe Pit (west)

Colorado · 25.1 mi

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South Eltuck

Colorado · 25.1 mi

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South Eltuck

Colorado · 25.1 mi

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South Eltuck

Colorado · 25.1 mi

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Homestead

Colorado · 25.3 mi

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Homestead

Colorado · 25.3 mi

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body of water near mountain under blue sky during daytime

Crystal Reservoir

Wyoming · 25.7 mi

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Arthur's Rock

Colorado · 25.8 mi

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Backcountry site 5

Colorado · 25.9 mi

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Backcountry site 3

Colorado · 25.9 mi

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Backcountry site 6

Colorado · 25.9 mi

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Backcountry site 1

Colorado · 26.0 mi

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Backcountry site 4

Colorado · 26.0 mi

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Backcountry site 2

Colorado · 26.0 mi

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woman in blue and black wetsuit riding on blue kayak on blue sea during daytime

Granite Reservoir

Wyoming · 28.3 mi

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Willows Landing

Colorado · 29.9 mi

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Mussel Beach

Colorado · 30.1 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by a forest

Boyd Lake State Park

Colorado · 30.3 mi

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Group Picnic Shelter

Colorado · 30.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Carr, CO?

Top picks near Carr include Boyd Lake State Park, Douglas Reservoir State Wildlife Area, Country Club Lake (Absaraka Lake). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, reservoirs, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Carr?

Near Carr 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 Carr?

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