Kayaking Near Chicago, IL
30 paddling locations within 50 miles of Chicago.
Burham Harbor - North
Illinois · 1.8 mi
Burham Harbor - South
Illinois · 3.6 mi
Richard J. Daley Park Boat Launch
Illinois · 4.9 mi
Washingtion Park Lagoon Boat Dock
Illinois · 6.6 mi
Jackson Harbor - East Hayes Drive
Illinois · 7.6 mi
Maywood Grove Canoe Landing
Illinois · 11.0 mi
Church Street Power Boat Ramp
Illinois · 11.4 mi
Plank Road Meadow boat launch
Illinois · 12.0 mi
Calumet Park
Illinois · 12.3 mi
Irving Park Road Canoe Landing
Illinois · 13.1 mi
Lake Michigan Fishing Pier (Hammond)
Indiana · 14.1 mi
Wilhala Beach Co. Pk.
Indiana · 15.4 mi
Wolf Lake
Illinois · 15.4 mi
Wolf Lake
Illinois · 15.5 mi
Wolf Lake
Illinois · 15.5 mi
Little Calumet Boat Launch
Illinois · 16.3 mi
Beaubien Woods - 1
Illinois · 16.3 mi
Beaubien Woods - 2
Illinois · 16.4 mi
Sunset Bay Marina
Illinois · 16.7 mi
Alsip Boat Ramp
Illinois · 16.8 mi
Lloyd Park/Boat Ramp
Illinois · 16.8 mi
Northwestern Woods Canoe Landing
Illinois · 17.1 mi
Worth Boat Launching Ramp
Illinois · 17.1 mi
Powderhorn Lake
Illinois · 17.5 mi
Big Bend Lake Boat Ramp
Illinois · 17.5 mi
Columbia woods canoe landing
Illinois · 17.6 mi
Skokie Lagoons Watershed
Illinois · 17.7 mi
Beck Lake
Illinois · 18.4 mi
Pastrick Marina
Indiana · 18.5 mi
Saganashkee Slough boat launch
Illinois · 19.7 mi
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I kayak near Chicago, IL?
There are 30 kayak launch points within 50 miles of Chicago. Popular water body types include lakes, rivers.
What types of paddling can I do near Chicago?
Near Chicago 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 Chicago?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Chicago are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.