Best Places to Kayak Near Goodland, IN

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

30 nearby19 Rivers10 Lakes1 Creek
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Top Picks Near Goodland

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Willow Slough Fish & Wildlife Area

Standout kayak fishing on J.C. Murphey Lake

LakeBeginner18 mi away
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Monticello

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

RiverBeginner29 mi away
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Iroquois River

Just 15 miles from Goodland — the closest quality launch

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Willow Slough Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 9.4 mi

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

St. Joseph College Public Access Site

Indiana · 11.7 mi

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Iroquois River

Indiana · 14.6 mi

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J.C. Murphey Lake (Filbert Lane Ice Fishing Access)

Indiana · 17.8 mi

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Willow Slough Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 18.3 mi

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Granville Bridge

Indiana · 28.2 mi

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Lake Freeman- Norway Dam

Indiana · 28.3 mi

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Norway Dam Public Fishing Area

Indiana · 28.3 mi

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Lake Freeman- City Park

Indiana · 28.5 mi

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Monticello

Indiana · 28.5 mi

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Shelby

Indiana · 28.8 mi

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Kankakee River / Campgrnd, White Oak

Indiana · 28.9 mi

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LaSalle

Indiana · 29.1 mi

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Oakdale Dam

Indiana · 29.5 mi

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Kankakee River / Black Oak Bayou

Indiana · 29.6 mi

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Illinois-Indiana Stateline Road

Indiana · 30.1 mi

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Davis Ferry Park

Indiana · 30.2 mi

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Fort Ouiatenon

Indiana · 30.6 mi

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Mascouten Park

Indiana · 31.1 mi

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Prophetstown Fishing Pond

Indiana · 31.2 mi

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Kankakee River

Indiana · 31.3 mi

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Bicentennial Nature Park Little Pond

Indiana · 31.5 mi

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Bicentennial Nature Park Big Pond

Indiana · 31.6 mi

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Attica

Indiana · 32.8 mi

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Jasper-Pulaski Pond (South)

Indiana · 32.9 mi

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North Pit

Indiana · 32.9 mi

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East Keyser Street

Illinois · 33.1 mi

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Munger Park Pond Urban Fishing Site

Indiana · 33.1 mi

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Peter's Mill

Indiana · 33.4 mi

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Pittsburg Public Access Site

Indiana · 33.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Goodland.

Remington, IN7 miBrook, IN7 miKentland, IN8 miEarl Park, IN8 miFowler, IN10 miTalbot, IN10 miMount Ayr, IN13 miWolcott, IN14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Goodland include Willow Slough Fish & Wildlife Area, Monticello, Iroquois River. 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 Goodland?

Near Goodland 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 Goodland?

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