Best Places to Kayak Near Gerlaw, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Gerlaw, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Gerlaw
Citizens Lake
Illinois · 6.7 mi
Citizens Lake
Illinois · 7.0 mi
Lake Storey
Illinois · 11.1 mi
Lake Storey
Illinois · 12.5 mi

Putney's Landing Boat ramp
Illinois · 16.2 mi

Keithsburg Riverside
Illinois · 17.9 mi

Marina Drive - 2
Illinois · 18.1 mi

Marina Drive - 3
Illinois · 18.1 mi

Marina Drive - 1
Illinois · 18.2 mi
Casey Brown Area
Iowa · 18.5 mi
Gladstone Lake
Illinois · 21.1 mi
Cappy Russell Access
Iowa · 23.5 mi
Tama Beach Boat Access
Iowa · 24.1 mi
Toolesboro
Iowa · 24.5 mi
Odessa Wildlife Area - Usacoe
Iowa · 24.5 mi
Birchwood Court
Illinois · 25.2 mi

Hillcrest Road
Illinois · 25.6 mi
Odessa Wildlife Area - Usacoe
Iowa · 26.8 mi
Bluff Harbor Marina
Iowa · 27.8 mi
Port of Burlington - North
Iowa · 28.0 mi
Port of Burlington - South (4)
Iowa · 28.2 mi

Lake McMaster
Illinois · 28.8 mi
Undetermined
Iowa · 29.0 mi
Odessa Wildlife Area - USACOE
Iowa · 29.1 mi

Port Louisa Public Acc. Area
Iowa · 30.0 mi
Lake George
Illinois · 31.7 mi
Buffalo Shores Access
Iowa · 32.0 mi
Kilpeck Landing Public Area
Iowa · 32.2 mi

Klum Lake Wildlife Area
Iowa · 32.3 mi

Rock River Lunch Park
Illinois · 32.6 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Gerlaw, IL?
Top picks near Gerlaw include Hillcrest Road, Citizens Lake, Citizens Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.
What types of paddling can I do near Gerlaw?
Near Gerlaw 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 Gerlaw?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Gerlaw are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.