Best Places to Kayak Near Crawfordsville, IN

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

30 nearby18 Lakes11 Rivers1 Estuary

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Top Picks Near Crawfordsville

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

Crawfordsville Access

Just 1 mile from Crawfordsville — the closest quality launch

RiverBeginner1 mi away

Deer's Mill Covered Bridge

A top-rated river launch on Sugar Creek

RiverBeginner11 mi away

J.I. Case Marsh

Standout kayak fishing on the estuary

EstuaryBeginner43 mi away

Crawfordsville Access

Indiana · 0.7 mi

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Deer's Mill Covered Bridge

Indiana · 10.9 mi

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Portland Mills

Indiana · 18.4 mi

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Hollandsburg

Indiana · 20.9 mi

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Walker Ramp

Indiana · 22.3 mi

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Raccoon State Recreation Area

Indiana · 22.7 mi

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body of water under blue sky during daytime

Mansfield Ramp

Indiana · 23.5 mi

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Heritage Lake

Indiana · 23.5 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Attica

Indiana · 25.8 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Fairfield Park Lake 3

Indiana · 26.0 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Covington

Indiana · 27.2 mi

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Wilbur Wright Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 27.3 mi

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an aerial view of a river surrounded by trees

Montezuma

Indiana · 30.0 mi

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Willow Slough Fish and Wildlife Area

Indiana · 32.1 mi

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Clinton

Indiana · 36.6 mi

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Lieber State Recreation Area

Indiana · 38.5 mi

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Cunot Boat Ramp

Indiana · 40.1 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Lake Vermilion

Illinois · 40.2 mi

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Bar Lake

Illinois · 41.5 mi

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Beaver Lake

Illinois · 42.4 mi

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White River-Broad Ripple

Indiana · 42.5 mi

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Robert Hunter Kearns

Indiana · 42.6 mi

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unnamed lake

Illinois · 42.7 mi

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J.I. Case Marsh

Indiana · 43.3 mi

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Hawthorn Park

Indiana · 43.5 mi

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Oakdale Dam

Indiana · 43.6 mi

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Long Lake - Kickapoo

Illinois · 44.2 mi

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Inland Sea

Illinois · 44.6 mi

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Kickapoo

Illinois · 44.7 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Hazel Dell Landing

Indiana · 44.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Crawfordsville.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Crawfordsville, IN?

Top picks near Crawfordsville include Crawfordsville Access, Deer's Mill Covered Bridge, J.I. Case Marsh. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, estuarys.

What types of paddling can I do near Crawfordsville?

Near Crawfordsville 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 Crawfordsville?

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