Best Places to Kayak Near Friendship, IN

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

30 nearby15 Rivers7 Lakes6 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Friendship

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Crosley Fish & Wildlife Area

Standout kayak fishing on Crosley Lake

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Bonwell Hill

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

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Crosley Fish & Wildlife Area

A top-rated lake launch on Goose Pond

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Bischoff Reservoir

Indiana · 11.2 mi

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Laughrey Public Access South

Indiana · 16.1 mi

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Brush Creek Public Access South

Indiana · 16.4 mi

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

Sunset Bay Marina

Indiana · 17.1 mi

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Aurora Marina

Indiana · 17.5 mi

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Lesko Park

Indiana · 17.6 mi

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Holiday Hills Resort and Marina

Indiana · 18.1 mi

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Camp Shore Campground

Indiana · 18.3 mi

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Tanners Creek Launch

Indiana · 18.6 mi

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Petersburg

Kentucky · 18.8 mi

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Great Miami Swamp at Shawnee Lookout

Ohio · 22.3 mi

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

Arnold Creek Launching

Indiana · 22.3 mi

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Rising Sun Municipal Park

Indiana · 22.7 mi

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Crosley Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 23.0 mi

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Whip-poor-will Lake

Indiana · 23.4 mi

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Crosley Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 24.6 mi

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Bonwell Hill

Indiana · 25.7 mi

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Johnson Park

Indiana · 26.1 mi

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Damvue River Camp

Indiana · 26.2 mi

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Paul Ogle Riverfront Park

Indiana · 26.8 mi

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Mariners Landing

Ohio · 27.2 mi

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

Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access

Kentucky · 27.2 mi

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Ghent

Kentucky · 27.2 mi

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Catalina Harbor

Ohio · 27.3 mi

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Madison City

Indiana · 27.8 mi

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Sandy Beach Marina

Indiana · 27.9 mi

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Milton

Kentucky · 28.1 mi

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Smuggler's Cove Marina

Kentucky · 28.2 mi

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Craigs Creek

Kentucky · 28.2 mi

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Warsaw City

Kentucky · 28.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Friendship.

Pierceville, IN2 miVersailles, IN4 miMilan, IN5 miOsgood, IN5 miMoores Hill, IN8 miNapoleon, IN9 miHolton, IN10 miCross Plains, IN11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Friendship include Crosley Fish & Wildlife Area, Bonwell Hill, Crosley Fish & Wildlife Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Friendship?

Near Friendship 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 Friendship?

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