Best Places to Kayak Near Herculaneum, MO

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

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Truman Access

Missouri · 10.8 mi

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Flamm City Access

Missouri · 11.1 mi

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Brown's Ford Access

Missouri · 17.6 mi

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Mammoth Access

Missouri · 18.4 mi

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Merrill Horse Access

Missouri · 18.7 mi

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Washington State Park Access

Missouri · 19.2 mi

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Route 66 State Park Access

Missouri · 20.1 mi

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Meramec Landing (Valley Park)

Missouri · 20.5 mi

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Allenton Access

Missouri · 21.0 mi

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Simpson Park Lake (East)

Missouri · 21.0 mi

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Simpson Park Lake (West)

Missouri · 21.1 mi

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Pacific Palisades Conservation Area

Missouri · 23.3 mi

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Catawissa Conservation Area

Missouri · 24.2 mi

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Bonne Terre City Lake

Missouri · 25.6 mi

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River Round Conservation Area

Missouri · 27.2 mi

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Baldwin Lake

Illinois · 27.7 mi

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Frank Holten Main Lake

Illinois · 28.2 mi

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Chouteau Claim Access

Missouri · 28.9 mi

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Peabody River King Wildlife Area boat ramp 1

Illinois · 29.3 mi

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Redhorse Access

Missouri · 29.6 mi

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Public Boat Ramp

Illinois · 30.0 mi

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Eagle Lake

Illinois · 30.3 mi

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Dr. Henry A. and Amalia Uhlemeyer Access

Missouri · 30.8 mi

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Creve Coeur Park Lake #3

Missouri · 31.8 mi

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Creve Coeur Park Lake #2

Missouri · 31.9 mi

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Creve Coeur Park Lake #1

Missouri · 32.6 mi

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Weldon Spring Conservation Area

Missouri · 33.2 mi

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Fayetteville Public Boat Ramp

Illinois · 33.4 mi

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Horseshoe Lake - Madison

Illinois · 34.0 mi

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Horseshoe Lake - Madison

Illinois · 34.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Herculaneum include Simpson Park Lake (West), Peabody River King Wildlife Area boat ramp 1, Simpson Park Lake (East). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Herculaneum?

Near Herculaneum 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 Herculaneum?

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