Best Places to Kayak Near Gardner, CO
21 public launch points within 50 miles of Gardner, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Gardner
Lathrop State Park
Colorado · 23.8 mi
Lathrop State Park
Colorado · 24.2 mi
Lathrop State Park
Colorado · 24.4 mi
Mountain Home Reservoir State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 26.5 mi
Mountain Home Reservoir State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 27.0 mi
San Luis State Park
Colorado · 28.0 mi
Smith Reservoir State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 30.8 mi
Smith Reservoir State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 30.9 mi
DeWeese Reservoir State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 33.0 mi
North Lake State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 37.1 mi

Pueblo Reservoir State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 43.0 mi
Pueblo Reservoir State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 43.1 mi

Lake Pueblo State Park - Northshore Marina
Colorado · 43.4 mi
Lake Pueblo State Park
Colorado · 43.4 mi

Southshore Marina
Colorado · 43.5 mi
La Jara Reservoir STL
Colorado · 46.2 mi

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Colorado · 48.9 mi
Brush Hollow State Wildlife Area
Colorado · 49.4 mi
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Colorado · 49.7 mi
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Colorado · 49.8 mi
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Colorado · 49.9 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Gardner, CO?
Top picks near Gardner include Lathrop State Park, Lathrop State Park, Lathrop State Park. In total there are 21 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, creeks, rivers.
What types of paddling can I do near Gardner?
Near Gardner 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 Gardner?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Gardner are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.