Best Places to Kayak Near Crittenden, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Crittenden

Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks1

Arnold Creek Launching

Standout kayak fishing on Arnold Creek

CreekBeginner18 mi away
a lake with trees and mountains in the background2

Boltz Lake

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

LakeBeginner5 mi away
a river with a few birds3

Rising Sun Municipal Park

A top-rated river launch on Ohio River

RiverBeginner18 mi away
A person in a kayak paddling down a river

Bullock Pen Lake

Kentucky · 2.8 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Boltz Lake

Kentucky · 4.8 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Ruby's Boat Dock

Kentucky · 7.8 mi

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green lake near green mountains under white clouds during daytime

Old Williamstown Swimming Hole

Kentucky · 8.4 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Williamstown Marina

Kentucky · 8.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Big Bone State Park

Kentucky · 10.9 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Boone's Landing

Kentucky · 11.3 mi

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

Big Sugar Creek

Kentucky · 11.4 mi

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a frozen lake surrounded by trees and snow

Patriot Launch

Indiana · 12.8 mi

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a person in a kayak paddling on a lake

A.J. Jolly Park

Kentucky · 14.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Bryant Creek Launching

Indiana · 14.9 mi

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woman in blue shirt and blue denim jeans riding orange kayak on water during daytime

Doe Run

Kentucky · 14.9 mi

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

Kenton Co. Park (Locust Pike Park)

Kentucky · 15.2 mi

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a kayak in the water with a fallen tree in the background

Warsaw City

Kentucky · 16.5 mi

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a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Camp Ernst Lake

Kentucky · 16.6 mi

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a person in a kayak paddling on a lake

Kincaid Lake Dam

Kentucky · 16.9 mi

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a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Kincaid Lake State Park

Kentucky · 17.2 mi

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

Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access

Kentucky · 17.5 mi

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

Sparta City Park Carrydown

Kentucky · 17.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Alexandria Community Park Lake

Kentucky · 17.9 mi

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gray concrete rocksc

Smuggler's Cove Marina

Kentucky · 17.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with a few birds

Rising Sun Municipal Park

Indiana · 18.1 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Craigs Creek

Kentucky · 18.2 mi

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

Arnold Creek Launching

Indiana · 18.3 mi

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a group of young boys paddling canoes on a lake

Corinth Lake

Kentucky · 19.0 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Fredericks Landing

Kentucky · 19.9 mi

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aerial view of green and yellow trees beside body of water during daytime

Moscow Boat Ramp

Ohio · 20.5 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Foster

Kentucky · 20.8 mi

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brown wooden pallet

Steam Boat Marina & Riverfront Cafe

Ohio · 20.8 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

The Landing

Ohio · 20.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Crittenden.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Crittenden, KY?

Top picks near Crittenden include Arnold Creek Launching, Boltz Lake, Rising Sun Municipal Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Crittenden?

Near Crittenden 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 Crittenden?

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