Best Places to Kayak Near Coon Valley, WI

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

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Top Picks Near Coon Valley

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Neshonoc Swarthout Park

Standout kayak fishing on Neshonoc Lake

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Neshonoc Lake - South

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

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Fishermans Road

A top-rated lake launch on Lake Onalaska-Mississippi River

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Runge Hollow Lake Recreation Area

Wisconsin · 7.5 mi

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Upper Goose Island

Wisconsin · 10.7 mi

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Goose Island

Wisconsin · 10.8 mi

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Goose Island Hunters Point - 2

Wisconsin · 10.8 mi

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Goose Island Hunters Point - 1

Wisconsin · 10.9 mi

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Stoddard River Park

Wisconsin · 11.4 mi

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7th Street

Wisconsin · 12.7 mi

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Neshonoc Lake - South

Wisconsin · 13.0 mi

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Sidie Hollow County Park

Wisconsin · 13.1 mi

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Wildcat Park

Minnesota · 13.1 mi

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La Crosse Municipal Harbor

Wisconsin · 13.2 mi

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Wildcat Park

Minnesota · 13.2 mi

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Neshonoc Swarthout Park

Wisconsin · 13.4 mi

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Northside Beach - South

Wisconsin · 14.4 mi

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Northside Beach - North

Wisconsin · 14.4 mi

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West Copeland

Wisconsin · 14.5 mi

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Sportsman Landing

Minnesota · 14.6 mi

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Genoa Harbor

Wisconsin · 14.8 mi

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Fisherman Road Landing

Wisconsin · 15.6 mi

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Dairyland

Wisconsin · 16.1 mi

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Fishermans Road

Wisconsin · 16.1 mi

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Lower French Island Spillway

Wisconsin · 16.5 mi

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Upper French Island Spillway

Wisconsin · 16.5 mi

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Fishermans Road

Wisconsin · 16.6 mi

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Lower I-90 Landing

Minnesota · 17.1 mi

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Bad Axe River

Wisconsin · 17.4 mi

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Nelson Park

Wisconsin · 17.5 mi

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Upper I-90

Minnesota · 17.5 mi

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Millstone Landing

Minnesota · 18.2 mi

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North Shore Lane

Wisconsin · 18.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Coon Valley.

Chaseburg, WI4 miWestby, WI8 miStoddard, WI9 miGenoa, WI10 miBangor, WI10 miLa Crosse, WI11 miCashton, WI13 miWest Salem, WI13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Coon Valley, WI?

Top picks near Coon Valley include Neshonoc Swarthout Park, Neshonoc Lake - South, Fishermans Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Coon Valley?

Near Coon Valley 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 Coon Valley?

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