Best Places to Kayak Near Harrison, OH

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

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Top Picks Near Harrison

a river with a few birds1

Bonwell Hill

Standout kayak fishing on Brookville Lake

LakeBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset2

Garr Hill

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

LakeBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset3

Templeton Creek

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

LakeBeginner19 mi away
man in black t-shirt standing on rock looking at the city during daytime

Great Miami Swamp at Shawnee Lookout

Ohio · 8.9 mi

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brown wooden pallet

Catalina Harbor

Ohio · 9.7 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Mariners Landing

Ohio · 10.0 mi

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

Tanners Creek Launch

Indiana · 13.1 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Petersburg

Kentucky · 13.8 mi

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green trees beside lake under cloudy sky during daytime

Bicentennial Boat Ramp

Ohio · 14.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Anderson Ferry

Ohio · 15.3 mi

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

Sunset Bay Marina

Indiana · 15.4 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Aurora Marina

Indiana · 15.4 mi

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a river with a few birds

Lesko Park

Indiana · 15.6 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Camp Shore Campground

Indiana · 16.2 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Riverside Boat Launch

Ohio · 16.2 mi

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green trees beside lake under cloudy sky during daytime

Black St. Ramp - Combs Park

Ohio · 16.3 mi

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a river with a few birds

Bonwell Hill

Indiana · 16.9 mi

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

Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access

Kentucky · 17.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Garr Hill

Indiana · 18.1 mi

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

Holiday Hills Resort and Marina

Indiana · 18.2 mi

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a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Camp Ernst Lake

Kentucky · 18.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Templeton Creek

Indiana · 18.7 mi

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aerial view of river between trees

Public Landing - Ohio River - Cincinnati

Ohio · 18.8 mi

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a group of people on a boat in the water

Schmidt Field Park & Boat Launch/Schmidt Recreation Complex

Ohio · 20.4 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Laughrey Public Access South

Indiana · 20.5 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Fredericks Landing

Kentucky · 21.2 mi

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landscape photography of sea

Aces Marina

Ohio · 21.6 mi

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body of water

Bischoff Reservoir

Indiana · 22.0 mi

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a beach with a body of water

Fairfield Ramp

Indiana · 22.1 mi

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a river with a few birds

Rising Sun Municipal Park

Indiana · 22.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Schmidt Field

Indiana · 22.2 mi

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brown wooden pallet

Rivertowne Marina

Ohio · 22.3 mi

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green trees beside lake under cloudy sky during daytime

Four Seasons Marina

Ohio · 22.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Harrison.

West Harrison, IN5 miMiamitown, OH5 miCleves, OH5 miHooven, OH6 miShandon, OH6 miOkeana, OH7 miNew Trenton, IN7 miNorth Bend, OH8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Harrison, OH?

Top picks near Harrison include Bonwell Hill, Garr Hill, Templeton Creek. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Harrison?

Near Harrison 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 Harrison?

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