Best Places to Kayak Near Elk Grove Village, IL

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

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Top Picks Near Elk Grove Village

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Murphy Street

Standout kayak fishing on Bangs Lake

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Park Street

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

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Northwestern Woods Canoe Landing

Just 7 miles from Elk Grove Village — the closest quality launch

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Busse Lake

Illinois · 1.2 mi

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Busse Lake

Illinois · 1.3 mi

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Illinois · 6.8 mi

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Northwestern Woods Canoe Landing

Illinois · 7.1 mi

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Big Bend Lake Boat Ramp

Illinois · 7.8 mi

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Beck Lake

Illinois · 8.5 mi

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Irving Park Road Canoe Landing

Illinois · 8.8 mi

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Allison Wood Boat Launch

Illinois · 9.3 mi

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Maywood Grove Canoe Landing

Illinois · 12.3 mi

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Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve

Illinois · 14.0 mi

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Skokie Lagoons Watershed

Illinois · 14.3 mi

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Sandy Point

Illinois · 14.4 mi

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Silver Lake

Illinois · 14.5 mi

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Jon. J. Duerr Forest Preserve

Illinois · 15.0 mi

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Plank Road Meadow boat launch

Illinois · 16.0 mi

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Lloyd Park/Boat Ramp

Illinois · 16.4 mi

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Welch Circle

Illinois · 16.8 mi

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Geneva Boat Launch

Illinois · 16.9 mi

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Diamond Lake

Illinois · 16.9 mi

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Park Avenue Boating Ramp

Illinois · 17.2 mi

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Fox 14 Marina Fox River

Illinois · 17.3 mi

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Church Street Power Boat Ramp

Illinois · 17.7 mi

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Fox 14 Marina

Illinois · 18.0 mi

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Fox River Forest Preserve

Illinois · 18.2 mi

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Laurelwood Park

Illinois · 18.3 mi

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Port Barrington Forest Preserve

Illinois · 18.4 mi

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Murphy Street

Illinois · 18.8 mi

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Park Street

Illinois · 18.9 mi

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Marina Street

Illinois · 19.0 mi

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Center Street

Illinois · 19.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Elk Grove Village, IL?

Top picks near Elk Grove Village include Murphy Street, Park Street, Northwestern Woods Canoe Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Elk Grove Village?

Near Elk Grove Village 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 Elk Grove Village?

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