Best Places to Kayak Near Concord, IL

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

30 nearby19 Lakes7 Rivers2 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Concord

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset1

Greenfield City Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner34 mi away
a small white boat in the water2

Roodhouse Park Lake

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

LakeBeginner25 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset3

White Hall City Lake

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

LakeBeginner26 mi away
a dock sitting on top of a lake next to a forest

Virginia City Reservoir

Illinois · 13.3 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Bob Mitchell Street

Illinois · 13.4 mi

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a small white boat in the water

Lake Jacksonville

Illinois · 13.9 mi

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green trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

Schmoldt Park

Illinois · 14.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Ashland New Reservoir

Illinois · 17.5 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Boat Dock Road

Illinois · 18.3 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Gridley Lake

Illinois · 18.3 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Drake Lake

Illinois · 19.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Schuy-Rush Lake

Illinois · 20.3 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Prairie Lake

Illinois · 20.4 mi

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A view of a river from the side of a dirt road

Browning Community Park

Illinois · 20.9 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Pittsfield Lake

Illinois · 23.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Pittsfield Lake

Illinois · 23.9 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Mt. Sterling Lake

Illinois · 24.0 mi

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a small white boat in the water

Roodhouse Park Lake

Illinois · 24.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

White Hall City Lake

Illinois · 26.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Anderson Lake

Illinois · 27.1 mi

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a small white boat in the water

Anderson Lake

Illinois · 27.4 mi

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a man riding on the back of a boat in the water

Pearl - West

Illinois · 28.3 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Pearl - East

Illinois · 28.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Siloam Springs (Crab Apple)

Illinois · 30.1 mi

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a couple of people in a boat on a river

Siloam Springs (Crab Apple)

Illinois · 30.2 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Palmyra-Modesto Lake

Illinois · 33.9 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Greenfield City Lake

Illinois · 34.4 mi

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a small white boat in the water

Otter Lake Park

Illinois · 36.9 mi

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a person in a green kayak in a body of water

Kampsville

Illinois · 38.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Lake Springfield

Illinois · 38.8 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Emiquon Preserve

Illinois · 39.5 mi

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a small white boat in the water

Lake Springfield

Illinois · 39.6 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Lake Springfield

Illinois · 41.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Concord.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Concord, IL?

Top picks near Concord include Greenfield City Lake, Roodhouse Park Lake, White Hall City Lake. 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 Concord?

Near Concord 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 Concord?

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