Best Places to Kayak Near Junction City, WI

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

30 nearby15 Rivers7 Reservoirs5 Bays
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Top Picks Near Junction City

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset1

Seagull Drive

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

BayBeginner9 mi away
A row of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake2

Du Bay Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Little Eau Pleine River - Lake Du Bay

BayBeginner6 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset3

Highway C

Just 9 miles from Junction City — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner9 mi away
a body of water with trees around it

Old US 10

Wisconsin · 4.7 mi

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A person on a boat in the water at sunset

US 10 and River Road

Wisconsin · 4.8 mi

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A row of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Du Bay Park

Wisconsin · 6.0 mi

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a rocky cliff with trees and water below

Highway O

Wisconsin · 6.4 mi

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a cliff with trees on it

Lake Du Bay Dam

Wisconsin · 6.5 mi

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man in red jacket riding on blue kayak on body of water during daytime

Lake Du Bay

Wisconsin · 7.1 mi

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man in red jacket riding on blue kayak on body of water during daytime

South Drive

Wisconsin · 7.8 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Bukolt Park

Wisconsin · 8.5 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Pfiffner Pioneer Park

Wisconsin · 8.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Seagull Drive

Wisconsin · 8.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Highway C

Wisconsin · 8.7 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Highway O - South

Wisconsin · 9.2 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Sandy Shore Drive

Wisconsin · 9.8 mi

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a large rock formation in the middle of a river

Highway S

Wisconsin · 10.2 mi

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a cliff with trees on it

Consolidated County Park

Wisconsin · 10.5 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Big Eau Pleine County Park - South Unit 1

Wisconsin · 10.6 mi

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a boat traveling across a large body of water

Big Eau Pleine County Park - South Unit 2

Wisconsin · 10.7 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Highway U

Wisconsin · 10.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

George's Landing

Wisconsin · 11.1 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Beans Eddy Road

Wisconsin · 11.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and clouds

Big Eau Pleine County Park - West Unit

Wisconsin · 11.3 mi

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A person on a boat in the water at sunset

Heffron Street

Wisconsin · 11.4 mi

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

Galecke Park

Wisconsin · 11.4 mi

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

Big Eau Pleine River Access

Wisconsin · 11.6 mi

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a boat traveling across a large body of water

McDill Pond

Wisconsin · 11.7 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Lower Whiting Park

Wisconsin · 11.8 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Jordan Park

Wisconsin · 12.0 mi

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a rocky cliff with trees and water below

South Biron Drive

Wisconsin · 12.0 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Blue Heron

Wisconsin · 12.2 mi

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A person on a boat in the water at sunset

Lisa's Landing

Wisconsin · 12.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Junction City, WI?

Top picks near Junction City include Seagull Drive, Du Bay Park, Highway C. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, reservoirs, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Junction City?

Near Junction City 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 Junction City?

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