Best Places to Kayak Near Carterville, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Carterville, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Carterville
Highway 13 - West
Illinois · 2.3 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 2.4 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 2.6 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 2.8 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 2.8 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 2.8 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 3.0 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 3.1 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 3.5 mi
Herrin Lake #1
Illinois · 3.9 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 3.9 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 4.8 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 4.9 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 5.1 mi
Crab Orchard Lake
Illinois · 6.2 mi
Carbondale City Reservoir
Illinois · 8.9 mi
Devils Kitchen Lake
Illinois · 9.1 mi
Little Grassy Lake
Illinois · 9.1 mi
Little Grassy Lake
Illinois · 9.4 mi
Little Grassy Lake
Illinois · 9.4 mi
Devils Kitchen Lake
Illinois · 10.3 mi
Herrin Lake #2
Illinois · 10.6 mi
Devils Kitchen Lake
Illinois · 10.6 mi
Cedar Lake
Illinois · 12.1 mi
Lake of Egypt
Illinois · 13.8 mi
Lake of Egypt
Illinois · 14.0 mi
Lake of Egypt
Illinois · 14.4 mi
Lake of Egypt
Illinois · 14.7 mi
Northshore Drive
Illinois · 15.1 mi
Lake of Egypt
Illinois · 15.4 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Carterville, IL?
Top picks near Carterville include Herrin Lake #1, Lake of Egypt, Highway 13 - West. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, reservoirs.
What types of paddling can I do near Carterville?
Near Carterville 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 Carterville?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Carterville are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.