Best Places to Kayak Near Glen Ellyn, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Glen Ellyn, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Glen Ellyn
1North Spring Lake
Standout kayak fishing on the lake
2Irving Park Road Canoe Landing
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
3Plank Road Meadow boat launch
Just 12 miles from Glen Ellyn — the closest quality launch
Silver Lake
Illinois · 6.1 mi
Whalon Lake
Illinois · 10.7 mi
Busse Lake
Illinois · 11.1 mi
Busse Lake
Illinois · 11.2 mi
North Spring Lake
Illinois · 11.4 mi
Maywood Grove Canoe Landing
Illinois · 12.0 mi
Irving Park Road Canoe Landing
Illinois · 12.3 mi
Geneva Boat Launch
Illinois · 12.4 mi
Plank Road Meadow boat launch
Illinois · 12.4 mi
Laurelwood Park
Illinois · 12.6 mi
Columbia woods canoe landing
Illinois · 13.0 mi
a marina
Illinois · 13.0 mi
Oakhurst Forest Preserve
Illinois · 13.3 mi
Great Lakes Quarry
Illinois · 13.4 mi
Jon. J. Duerr Forest Preserve
Illinois · 14.1 mi
Illinois Avenue Island Park
Illinois · 14.2 mi
Saganashkee Slough boat launch
Illinois · 14.3 mi
Northwestern Woods Canoe Landing
Illinois · 15.1 mi
Big Bend Lake Boat Ramp
Illinois · 16.2 mi
Lake Tampier
Illinois · 17.2 mi
Beck Lake
Illinois · 17.3 mi
Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve
Illinois · 17.6 mi
Jericho Lake
Illinois · 18.5 mi
Allison Wood Boat Launch
Illinois · 18.6 mi
Worth Boat Launching Ramp
Illinois · 18.7 mi
Richard J. Daley Park Boat Launch
Illinois · 19.6 mi
Alsip Boat Ramp
Illinois · 21.1 mi
Grunwald Lake
Illinois · 21.6 mi
Skokie Lagoons Watershed
Illinois · 22.7 mi
Burham Harbor - North
Illinois · 23.3 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Glen Ellyn, IL?
Top picks near Glen Ellyn include North Spring Lake, Irving Park Road Canoe Landing, Plank Road Meadow boat launch. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.
What types of paddling can I do near Glen Ellyn?
Near Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Glen Ellyn are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.