Best Places to Kayak Near Jamestown, IN

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

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Top Picks Near Jamestown

Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks1

Crawfordsville Access

A top-rated river launch on Sugar Creek

RiverBeginner16 mi away
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks2

Deer's Mill Covered Bridge

A top-rated river launch on Sugar Creek

RiverBeginner24 mi away
Golden marsh grasses border a calm blue river.3

Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area

Standout kayak fishing on Teal Marsh

EstuaryBeginner50 mi away
a river with a few birds

Wilbur Wright Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 12.3 mi

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

Crawfordsville Access

Indiana · 16.0 mi

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a beach with a body of water

Heritage Lake

Indiana · 17.1 mi

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

Deer's Mill Covered Bridge

Indiana · 23.8 mi

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body of water

Portland Mills

Indiana · 24.1 mi

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

White River-Broad Ripple

Indiana · 26.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with a few birds

Hollandsburg

Indiana · 27.1 mi

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a beach with a body of water

Walker Ramp

Indiana · 27.7 mi

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body of water

Raccoon State Recreation Area

Indiana · 28.7 mi

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body of water under blue sky during daytime

Mansfield Ramp

Indiana · 29.1 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Hazel Dell Landing

Indiana · 29.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Fairfield Park Lake 3

Indiana · 30.9 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Noblesville

Indiana · 32.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a beach with a body of water

Willow Slough Fish and Wildlife Area

Indiana · 34.6 mi

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an aerial view of a river surrounded by trees

Henderson Bridge

Indiana · 34.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Lieber State Recreation Area

Indiana · 36.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cunot Boat Ramp

Indiana · 37.2 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area - Burnett Landing

Indiana · 40.5 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Attica

Indiana · 40.7 mi

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an aerial view of a river surrounded by trees

Montezuma

Indiana · 41.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Perkinsville Public Access Site

Indiana · 42.6 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Covington

Indiana · 43.1 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Clinton

Indiana · 45.9 mi

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body of water

Kokomo Reservoir

Indiana · 47.8 mi

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an aerial view of a river surrounded by trees

Oakdale Dam

Indiana · 48.5 mi

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people in the sea during daytime

J.I. Case Marsh

Indiana · 49.0 mi

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green grass field near body of water under blue sky during daytime

Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 49.1 mi

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body of water

Hawthorn Park

Indiana · 49.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with a few birds

Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area - Stone Arch

Indiana · 49.7 mi

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Golden marsh grasses border a calm blue river.

Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 49.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Jamestown.

Advance, IN3 miNorth Salem, IN6 miLizton, IN7 miNew Ross, IN7 miLadoga, IN10 miLebanon, IN10 miPittsboro, IN11 miThorntown, IN11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Jamestown, IN?

Top picks near Jamestown include Crawfordsville Access, Deer's Mill Covered Bridge, Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, estuarys.

What types of paddling can I do near Jamestown?

Near Jamestown 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 Jamestown?

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