Best Places to Kayak Near Georgetown, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Georgetown

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Oser Landing

Standout kayak fishing on North Fork Elkhorn Creek

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Cardome

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

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Corinth Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

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Oser Landing

Kentucky · 0.6 mi

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Cardome

Kentucky · 0.8 mi

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Great Crossings

Kentucky · 2.7 mi

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

Kentucky Horse Park Alltech Pond

Kentucky · 4.2 mi

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

Kentucky Horse Park Man O' War Moat

Kentucky · 4.8 mi

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

Kentucky Horse Park-Rolex Lake

Kentucky · 4.8 mi

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

Switzer Covered Bridge

Kentucky · 11.0 mi

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Big Eagle Creek

Kentucky · 12.6 mi

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

Kleber WMA

Kentucky · 14.7 mi

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

Lair

Kentucky · 16.5 mi

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Jacobson Park Lake

Kentucky · 16.9 mi

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Clifton

Kentucky · 17.1 mi

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Paris Landing

Kentucky · 17.2 mi

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Frankfort Dock

Kentucky · 17.6 mi

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Lee's Dock

Kentucky · 17.6 mi

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Kentucky River Campgrounds

Kentucky · 17.7 mi

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Benson Creek

Kentucky · 17.9 mi

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Still Waters

Kentucky · 18.0 mi

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Terry Dam

Kentucky · 18.0 mi

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Steele Branch

Kentucky · 18.4 mi

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

River Road Park

Kentucky · 18.5 mi

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

Fint's

Kentucky · 19.5 mi

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Corinth Lake

Kentucky · 19.9 mi

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Fryman's Dock

Kentucky · 21.1 mi

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Robinson Dam

Kentucky · 22.2 mi

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

Anderson County Comm. Park Lake

Kentucky · 22.4 mi

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

Lake Mingo

Kentucky · 22.5 mi

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

Monterey Ramp

Kentucky · 22.5 mi

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Oregon Road

Kentucky · 25.2 mi

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Nonesuch

Kentucky · 25.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Georgetown.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Georgetown include Oser Landing, Cardome, Corinth Lake. 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 Georgetown?

Near Georgetown 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 Georgetown?

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