Best Places to Kayak Near Franklin Furnace, OH

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

30 nearby18 Lakes7 Rivers5 Creeks
← All paddling in Ohio
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Ginat Run Public Ramp

Ohio · 2.1 mi

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Greenup

Kentucky · 3.7 mi

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Burkes Point

Ohio · 5.4 mi

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Raccoon

Kentucky · 7.4 mi

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Center Street Landing

Ohio · 9.4 mi

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Lake Vesuvius Boat Ramp

Ohio · 9.8 mi

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Dam area - Greenbo Lake State Park

Kentucky · 9.8 mi

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Greenbo Lake State Park

Kentucky · 10.7 mi

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Offnere St. Ramp/Doyle's Landing Boat Ramp

Ohio · 11.6 mi

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Portsmouth Court Street Landing

Ohio · 12.4 mi

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Ashland

Kentucky · 13.9 mi

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Shawnee State Park - Marina

Ohio · 16.3 mi

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Catlettsburg

Kentucky · 18.7 mi

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Village South Point

Ohio · 18.9 mi

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Garrison

Kentucky · 18.9 mi

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Virginia Point Park

West Virginia · 19.0 mi

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Mill Pond Creek Access

Kentucky · 20.6 mi

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McDowells Creek Park Access

Kentucky · 20.6 mi

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Shawnee State Park - Roosevelt Lake

Ohio · 20.7 mi

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Shawnee State Park - Turkey Creek Lake

Ohio · 21.4 mi

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Jackson Lake State Park - Furnace Ramp

Ohio · 21.6 mi

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Jackson Lake State Park - New Ramp

Ohio · 21.8 mi

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Timbre Ridge Lake Ramp

Ohio · 23.4 mi

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Symmes Creek Boat Ramp

Ohio · 23.9 mi

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Harris River Front Park

West Virginia · 24.5 mi

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Smoky Valley/Carter Caves Lake

Kentucky · 24.8 mi

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Guyandotte Ramp

West Virginia · 26.6 mi

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Salt Lick Creek

Kentucky · 27.4 mi

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Grayson Lake Dam

Kentucky · 28.0 mi

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Leatherwood Branch Park Access

Kentucky · 28.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Franklin Furnace, OH?

Top picks near Franklin Furnace include Jackson Lake State Park - New Ramp, Jackson Lake State Park - Furnace Ramp, Harris River Front Park. 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 Franklin Furnace?

Near Franklin Furnace 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 Franklin Furnace?

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