Best Places to Kayak Near Hawesville, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Hawesville

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Troy Public Site

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

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Cannelton

Just 4 miles from Hawesville — the closest quality launch

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Cave Creek

Standout kayak fishing on Rough River Lake

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Hawesville

Kentucky · 3.8 mi

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Cannelton

Indiana · 4.2 mi

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Vastwood Park

Kentucky · 4.2 mi

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Tell City

Indiana · 6.6 mi

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Rocky Point Marina

Indiana · 6.7 mi

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Cloverport

Kentucky · 7.1 mi

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Millstone Creek

Kentucky · 7.4 mi

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Tar Fork/Clover Creek

Kentucky · 8.1 mi

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Town Creek

Kentucky · 9.9 mi

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Troy Public Site

Indiana · 10.1 mi

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Lewisport

Kentucky · 10.3 mi

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Old Kingfisher Lake

Kentucky · 11.4 mi

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New Kingfisher Lake

Kentucky · 11.6 mi

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Carpenter Lake

Kentucky · 11.7 mi

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Grandview

Indiana · 13.0 mi

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Rome

Indiana · 14.0 mi

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Big Poison Creek

Kentucky · 15.1 mi

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Derby Community Center

Indiana · 17.8 mi

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Owensboro English Park

Kentucky · 20.6 mi

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Little Hurricane Boat

Kentucky · 21.2 mi

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State Park Marina

Kentucky · 22.1 mi

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Brown's Hideaway

Kentucky · 22.9 mi

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Axtel

Kentucky · 23.2 mi

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Gentryville Pond

Indiana · 23.4 mi

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North Fork

Kentucky · 23.4 mi

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Washburn Lake

Kentucky · 23.5 mi

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Laurel Branch

Kentucky · 23.7 mi

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Cave Creek

Kentucky · 24.3 mi

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Cannon's Point

Kentucky · 24.7 mi

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Pine Ridge 2

Kentucky · 24.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Hawesville.

Cannelton, IN5 miPellville, KY7 miTell City, IN8 miLewisport, KY8 miCloverport, KY9 miTroy, IN10 miReynolds Station, KY11 miRome, IN11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Hawesville, KY?

Top picks near Hawesville include Troy Public Site, Cannelton, Cave 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 Hawesville?

Near Hawesville 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 Hawesville?

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