Best Places to Kayak Near Denver, MO
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Denver, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Denver
Sowards Ford Access
Missouri · 2.1 mi
Worth County Community Lake
Missouri · 11.5 mi
Harrison County Lake
Missouri · 11.7 mi
Ringgold Wildlife Area
Iowa · 15.3 mi
Ringgold Wildlife Area
Iowa · 15.5 mi
Bethany (North Bethany City Reservoir)
Missouri · 16.1 mi
Old Bethany City Lake (Bethany)
Missouri · 17.3 mi
Mount Ayr Wildlife Area
Iowa · 19.2 mi
Elam Bend Conservation Area
Missouri · 23.8 mi
Mozingo Lake (Maryville)
Missouri · 24.9 mi
Mozingo Lake (Maryville)
Missouri · 25.1 mi
Mozingo Lake (Maryville)
Missouri · 25.2 mi
Limpp Community Lake
Missouri · 27.3 mi
Fogle Lake
Iowa · 27.5 mi
King Lake Conservation Area
Missouri · 28.2 mi
Lake of Three Fires State Park
Iowa · 28.5 mi
Nodaway County Community Lake
Missouri · 28.9 mi
Nine Eagles State Park
Iowa · 31.1 mi
Sun Valley Lake
Iowa · 33.5 mi
Lake Paho Conservation Area (North)
Missouri · 33.7 mi
Lake Paho Conservation Area South)
Missouri · 34.2 mi
Happy Holler Lake Conservation Area
Missouri · 35.4 mi
Lake Viking Marine Dealer
Missouri · 36.0 mi
Little River Recreatioal Park
Iowa · 36.3 mi
Little River
Iowa · 36.9 mi
Little River
Iowa · 37.3 mi
Jamesport Community Lake
Missouri · 37.9 mi
Little River
Iowa · 38.0 mi
Willow Brook Lake (Maysville)
Missouri · 38.0 mi
Wabash Crossing Access
Missouri · 39.0 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Denver, MO?
Top picks near Denver include Fogle Lake, Limpp Community Lake, Sun Valley Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.
What types of paddling can I do near Denver?
Near Denver 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 Denver?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Denver are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.