Best Places to Kayak Near Florence, KY

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

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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

CreekBeginner15 mi away
brown wooden pallet2

Catalina Harbor

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

LakeBeginner10 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees3

Mariners Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, picnic area

LakeBeginner10 mi away
woman in blue shirt and blue denim jeans riding orange kayak on water during daytime

Doe Run

Kentucky · 4.1 mi

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

Camp Ernst Lake

Kentucky · 4.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Anderson Ferry

Ohio · 5.3 mi

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

Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access

Kentucky · 5.4 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Riverside Boat Launch

Ohio · 5.9 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Fredericks Landing

Kentucky · 8.0 mi

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

Kenton Co. Park (Locust Pike Park)

Kentucky · 8.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of river between trees

Public Landing - Ohio River - Cincinnati

Ohio · 9.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Mariners Landing

Ohio · 9.8 mi

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

Big Bone State Park

Kentucky · 10.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden pallet

Catalina Harbor

Ohio · 10.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Schmidt Field

Indiana · 12.2 mi

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green trees beside lake under cloudy sky during daytime

Four Seasons Marina

Ohio · 12.3 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Shelter Cove Marina

Ohio · 12.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden pallet

Rivertowne Marina

Ohio · 12.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Washington Marine Inc.

Ohio · 12.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
landscape photography of sea

Aces Marina

Ohio · 12.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a group of people on a boat in the water

Schmidt Field Park & Boat Launch/Schmidt Recreation Complex

Ohio · 12.6 mi

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

Boone's Landing

Kentucky · 12.7 mi

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a river with a few birds

Rising Sun Municipal Park

Indiana · 12.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man in black t-shirt standing on rock looking at the city during daytime

Great Miami Swamp at Shawnee Lookout

Ohio · 13.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A person in a kayak paddling down a river

Bullock Pen Lake

Kentucky · 13.8 mi

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

Petersburg

Kentucky · 13.9 mi

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

Alexandria Community Park Lake

Kentucky · 14.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a forest filled with trees

Camp Shore Campground

Indiana · 14.3 mi

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

Tanners Creek Launch

Indiana · 14.4 mi

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

Arnold Creek Launching

Indiana · 14.6 mi

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a frozen lake surrounded by trees and snow

Patriot Launch

Indiana · 14.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with a few birds

Lesko Park

Indiana · 15.0 mi

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

Holiday Hills Resort and Marina

Indiana · 15.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Florence.

Erlanger, KY2 miFt Mitchell, KY4 miIndependence, KY6 miBurlington, KY7 miHebron, KY7 miUnion, KY7 miMount Saint Joseph, OH7 miLatonia, KY7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Florence include Arnold Creek Launching, Catalina Harbor, Mariners Landing. 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 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.