Best Places to Kayak Near Danville, IL

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

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Top Picks Near Danville

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

Deer's Mill Covered Bridge

A top-rated river launch on Sugar Creek

RiverBeginner32 mi away
an aerial view of a river surrounded by trees2

Montezuma

A top-rated river launch on Wabash River

RiverBeginner28 mi away
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Covington

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

RiverBeginner12 mi away
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Lake Vermilion

Illinois · 2.7 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Bar Lake

Illinois · 3.2 mi

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Beaver Lake

Illinois · 4.0 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

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Illinois · 4.3 mi

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Long Lake - Kickapoo

Illinois · 5.9 mi

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

Inland Sea

Illinois · 6.2 mi

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Kickapoo

Illinois · 6.3 mi

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

Kickapoo Park

Illinois · 6.5 mi

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Lake Mingo

Illinois · 7.5 mi

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Covington

Indiana · 11.5 mi

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Osanamon Public Access Site

Indiana · 11.9 mi

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Waterman

Indiana · 16.7 mi

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Homer Lake

Illinois · 19.9 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Homer Lake

Illinois · 20.0 mi

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Water Street Access Site

Indiana · 20.4 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Attica

Indiana · 22.0 mi

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Montezuma

Indiana · 27.6 mi

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

Deer's Mill Covered Bridge

Indiana · 32.2 mi

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Shades State Park

Indiana · 32.2 mi

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Rockville Lake

Indiana · 32.7 mi

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Lake Waveland

Indiana · 33.3 mi

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Twin Lakes - East

Illinois · 34.4 mi

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Twin Lakes - Central

Illinois · 34.6 mi

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Sugar Creek Public Fishing Area

Indiana · 34.8 mi

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Twin Lakes - West

Illinois · 34.8 mi

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Clinton

Indiana · 35.2 mi

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Granville Bridge

Indiana · 36.2 mi

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Walnut Point Lake

Illinois · 37.1 mi

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Walnut Point Lake

Illinois · 37.4 mi

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Sugar Creek (Elston Park)

Indiana · 38.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Danville.

Tilton, IL3 miWestville, IL6 miState Line, IN7 miCatlin, IL7 miBismarck, IL8 miOakwood, IL9 miPerrysville, IN9 miGeorgetown, IL11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Danville, IL?

Top picks near Danville include Deer's Mill Covered Bridge, Montezuma, Covington. 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 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.