Best Places to Kayak Near Gordonville, MO

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

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Top Picks Near Gordonville

brown wooden dock over body of water1

Headwaters Access

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

CanalBeginner8 mi away
a small cave in the middle of a forest2

Block Hole Access

Just 11 miles from Gordonville — the closest quality launch

CanalBeginner11 mi away
a body of water with land in the distance3

Tywappity Community Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner9 mi away
brown wooden dock over body of water

Headwaters Access

Missouri · 7.7 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with land in the distance

Tywappity Community Lake

Missouri · 8.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees around it

Red Star Access

Missouri · 9.1 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Lake Girardeau Conservation Area

Missouri · 9.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small cave in the middle of a forest

Block Hole Access

Missouri · 11.2 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A view of a river from the side of a dirt road

Thebes Boat Ramp

Illinois · 13.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Old Plantation Access

Missouri · 14.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

General Watkins Conservation Area

Missouri · 17.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a stream running through a lush green forest

Apple Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 19.2 mi

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a small white boat in the water

Horseshoe Lake - Alexander

Illinois · 21.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Horseshoe Lake - Alexander

Illinois · 22.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Horseshoe Lake - Alexander

Illinois · 23.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Duck Creek Conservation Area (Greenbrier Unit)

Missouri · 24.0 mi

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

Boat ramp

Illinois · 24.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a bear standing on top of a rock in the water

Maple Flats Access

Missouri · 24.2 mi

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

Sweetgum Access

Missouri · 26.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Marquand Access

Missouri · 26.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a man walking along a pier next to the ocean

Dongola City Reservoir

Illinois · 27.8 mi

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a bear standing on top of a rock in the water

Aquilla Access

Missouri · 27.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees around it

Seventy-Six Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.5 mi

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

Duck Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.6 mi

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

Duck Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 29.1 mi

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

Duck Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 29.2 mi

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

Duck Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 29.5 mi

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

Duck Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 29.6 mi

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

Duck Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 29.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Turkey Bayou

Illinois · 29.7 mi

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

Duck Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 29.7 mi

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

Duck Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 29.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small white boat in the water

Cedar Lake

Illinois · 29.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Gordonville.

Whitewater, MO4 miDutchtown, MO4 miJackson, MO6 miCape Girardeau, MO7 miBurfordville, MO9 miChaffee, MO10 miDelta, MO10 miMillersville, MO11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Gordonville, MO?

Top picks near Gordonville include Headwaters Access, Block Hole Access, Tywappity Community Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, creeks, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Gordonville?

Near Gordonville 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 Gordonville?

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