Best Places to Kayak Near Florence, IN

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

30 nearby19 Rivers7 Creeks4 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Florence

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

Arnold Creek Launching

Standout kayak fishing on Arnold Creek

CreekBeginner8 mi away
a river with a few birds2

Rising Sun Municipal Park

Just 9 miles from Florence — the closest quality launch

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves3

Bryant Creek Launching

A top-rated river launch on Ohio River

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a kayak in the water with a fallen tree in the background

Warsaw City

Kentucky · 3.2 mi

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Smuggler's Cove Marina

Kentucky · 3.5 mi

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Craigs Creek

Kentucky · 3.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Bryant Creek Launching

Indiana · 3.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Damvue River Camp

Indiana · 4.0 mi

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a frozen lake surrounded by trees and snow

Patriot Launch

Indiana · 6.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Big Sugar Creek

Kentucky · 7.6 mi

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

Arnold Creek Launching

Indiana · 7.7 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Paul Ogle Riverfront Park

Indiana · 8.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Ghent

Kentucky · 8.9 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Boone's Landing

Kentucky · 9.1 mi

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a river with a few birds

Rising Sun Municipal Park

Indiana · 9.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Sparta City Park Carrydown

Kentucky · 10.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Big Bone State Park

Kentucky · 11.4 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Laughrey Public Access South

Indiana · 12.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Swiss Haven Campground

Indiana · 12.7 mi

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

Holiday Hills Resort and Marina

Indiana · 13.3 mi

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a river with a few birds

Cap's Marina

Indiana · 15.1 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Camp Shore Campground

Indiana · 15.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

General Butler Handicapped Fishing Pier

Kentucky · 15.5 mi

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a river with a few birds

Lesko Park

Indiana · 16.0 mi

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a view of a lake from a kayak

Carrollton

Kentucky · 16.1 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Aurora Marina

Indiana · 16.2 mi

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Bullock Pen Lake

Kentucky · 16.2 mi

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

Sunset Bay Marina

Indiana · 16.4 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Point Park

Kentucky · 16.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access

Kentucky · 17.1 mi

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a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Camp Ernst Lake

Kentucky · 17.3 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Sandy Beach Marina

Indiana · 17.4 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Petersburg

Kentucky · 17.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Florence.

East Enterprise, IN4 miPatriot, IN5 miWarsaw, KY6 miSparta, KY7 miBennington, IN8 miVevay, IN9 miGhent, KY9 miGlencoe, KY10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Florence, IN?

Top picks near Florence include Arnold Creek Launching, Rising Sun Municipal Park, Bryant Creek Launching. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Florence?

Near Florence 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 Florence?

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