Best Places to Kayak Near Hastings, MN

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

30 nearby17 Rivers13 Lakes
← All paddling in Minnesota
yellow canoe on body of water

Lake Rebecca Park

Minnesota · 1.9 mi

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

Lake Isabel Park

Minnesota · 1.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
two people in a canoe on a lake

Jaycee Park

Minnesota · 2.1 mi

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

Hastings Marina

Minnesota · 2.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake during daytime

King's Cove Marina

Minnesota · 2.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large rock formation in the middle of a river

Jacques Park

Wisconsin · 3.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
yellow canoe on body of water

Spring Lake Park

Minnesota · 4.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man in blue jacket and black backpack riding on white kayak on river during daytime

Upper Vermillion River

Minnesota · 5.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park

Minnesota · 6.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
two people in a canoe on a lake

Vermillion River (South)

Minnesota · 7.2 mi

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

North Lake

Minnesota · 8.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Lion Levee Park

Minnesota · 11.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Treasure Island Resort and Marina

Minnesota · 12.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water during daytime

Diamond Bluff

Wisconsin · 12.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Sturgeon Lake

Minnesota · 12.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
selective focus photography of boat tip

South St. Paul

Minnesota · 13.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water during daytime

South Cove Road

Wisconsin · 14.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
selective focus photography of boat tip

Cannon Bottoms

Minnesota · 14.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a group of birds in a lake

Lake Byllesby (Northeast)

Minnesota · 14.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a group of people in a small boat on a lake

Lake Byllesby (Southeast)

Minnesota · 15.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
two people in a canoe on a lake

Lake Byllesby (West)

Minnesota · 15.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
calm body of water

Fish Lake Park

Minnesota · 16.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a person in a kayak

Battle Creek Lake

Minnesota · 16.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside lake during daytime

Tanners Lake Park

Minnesota · 17.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Trenton Island

Wisconsin · 18.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Lakefront Park

Wisconsin · 18.2 mi

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

Lake Elmo

Minnesota · 18.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man in blue jacket and black backpack riding on white kayak on river during daytime

Bay Point Municipal Park

Minnesota · 18.8 mi

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

Lilydale

Minnesota · 19.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
selective focus photography of boat tip

Fort Snelling

Minnesota · 19.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Hastings, MN?

Top picks near Hastings include Lake Elmo, Lake Rebecca Park, Lake Isabel Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Hastings?

Near Hastings 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 Hastings?

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