Best Places to Kayak Near Danville, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Danville, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Danville
Lake Vermilion
Illinois · 2.7 mi
Bar Lake
Illinois · 3.2 mi

Beaver Lake
Illinois · 4.0 mi
unnamed lake
Illinois · 4.3 mi
Long Lake - Kickapoo
Illinois · 5.9 mi

Inland Sea
Illinois · 6.2 mi
Kickapoo
Illinois · 6.3 mi

Kickapoo Park
Illinois · 6.5 mi

Lake Mingo
Illinois · 7.5 mi
Covington
Indiana · 11.5 mi
Homer Lake
Illinois · 19.9 mi
Homer Lake
Illinois · 20.0 mi
Attica
Indiana · 22.0 mi
Montezuma
Indiana · 27.6 mi

Deer's Mill Covered Bridge
Indiana · 32.2 mi
Twin Lakes - East
Illinois · 34.4 mi

Twin Lakes - Central
Illinois · 34.6 mi

Twin Lakes - West
Illinois · 34.8 mi
Clinton
Indiana · 35.2 mi
Walnut Point Lake
Illinois · 37.1 mi
Walnut Point Lake
Illinois · 37.4 mi

Crawfordsville Access
Indiana · 38.5 mi
Hollandsburg
Indiana · 39.8 mi
Raccoon State Recreation Area
Indiana · 40.2 mi
Lake of The Woods
Illinois · 40.4 mi
Portland Mills
Indiana · 40.7 mi
Mansfield Ramp
Indiana · 40.9 mi
Walker Ramp
Indiana · 41.1 mi

Robert Hunter Kearns
Indiana · 41.4 mi
Green Valley Public Fishing Area
Indiana · 43.7 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Danville, IL?
Top picks near Danville include Deer's Mill Covered Bridge, Crawfordsville Access, Green Valley Public Fishing Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.
What types of paddling can I do near Danville?
Near Danville 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 Danville?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Danville are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.