Best Places to Kayak Near Daisy, MO

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

30 nearby16 Lakes11 Rivers2 Canals
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Top Picks Near Daisy

brown wooden dock over body of water1

Headwaters Access

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

CanalBeginner23 mi away
a small cave in the middle of a forest2

Block Hole Access

A top-rated canal launch on Castor River Diversion Channel

CanalBeginner21 mi away
a body of water with land in the distance3

Tywappity Community Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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

Old Plantation Access

Missouri · 3.2 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Perry County Community Lake (South)

Missouri · 14.7 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Perry County Community Lake (North)

Missouri · 15.4 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Apple Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 15.6 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Lake Girardeau Conservation Area

Missouri · 16.2 mi

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a river with trees around it

Seventy-Six Conservation Area

Missouri · 18.2 mi

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

Boat ramp

Illinois · 19.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Marquand Access

Missouri · 20.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small cave in the middle of a forest

Block Hole Access

Missouri · 20.9 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees around it

Red Star Access

Missouri · 21.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Headwaters Access

Missouri · 23.4 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with land in the distance

Tywappity Community Lake

Missouri · 24.7 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Turkey Bayou

Illinois · 25.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees around it

St. Mary Access

Missouri · 26.0 mi

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

Water Street Boat Ramp

Illinois · 26.6 mi

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

Chester

Illinois · 26.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Fredericktown City Lake

Missouri · 26.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Fredericktown City Lake

Missouri · 27.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Kinkaid Lake

Illinois · 28.1 mi

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

Thebes Boat Ramp

Illinois · 28.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Kinkaid Lake

Illinois · 28.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a bear standing on top of a rock in the water

Maple Flats Access

Missouri · 28.8 mi

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

Sweetgum Access

Missouri · 29.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small white boat in the water

Cedar Lake

Illinois · 29.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a bear standing on top of a rock in the water

Thompson Ford Access

Missouri · 29.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Kinkaid Lake

Illinois · 29.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Kinkaid Lake

Illinois · 29.9 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Lake Murphysboro

Illinois · 30.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Duck Creek Conservation Area (Greenbrier Unit)

Missouri · 30.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Randolph County Lake

Illinois · 31.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Daisy.

Friedheim, MO4 miOak Ridge, MO4 miMillersville, MO5 miSedgewickville, MO6 miOld Appleton, MO8 miUniontown, MO8 miPocahontas, MO10 miBurfordville, MO10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Daisy, MO?

Top picks near Daisy include Headwaters Access, Block Hole Access, Tywappity Community Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Daisy?

Near Daisy 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 Daisy?

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