Best Places to Kayak Near Kennett, MO

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

30 nearby17 Lakes9 Rivers2 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Kennett

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Wolf Bayou Unit of Black Island Conservation Area

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

BayBeginner23 mi away
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Hornersville Access

Standout kayak fishing on Floodway Ditch #81

LakeBeginner14 mi away
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Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

A top-rated lake launch on Big Lake

LakeBeginner24 mi away
brown wooden dock over body of water

Little River Conservation Area

Missouri · 4.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 9.3 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 10.2 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Hornersville Access

Missouri · 14.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

St Francis

Arkansas · 15.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hornersville Swamp Conservation Area

Missouri · 16.8 mi

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a river with trees around it

Chalk Bluff Trail Access

Missouri · 17.9 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Stephen C. Bradford Unit of Black Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 20.5 mi

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a river with trees around it

S. P. Reynolds Access

Missouri · 22.4 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Wolf Bayou Unit of Black Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 23.2 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

Arkansas · 24.2 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Coon Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 25.8 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

White Rock

Tennessee · 25.9 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Twin Borrow Pits Conservation Area (West)

Missouri · 27.1 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Arkansas · 27.2 mi

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a bear standing on top of a rock in the water

Coon Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 27.8 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Twin Borrow Pits Conservation Area (East)

Missouri · 28.1 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

County Road 955

Arkansas · 28.9 mi

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

Big Cane Conservation Area

Missouri · 30.1 mi

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

Big Cane Conservation Area

Missouri · 30.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Black River

Arkansas · 30.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 31.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 31.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 31.6 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 31.8 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 32.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 32.2 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 32.3 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 32.3 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 32.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Kennett.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Kennett include Wolf Bayou Unit of Black Island Conservation Area, Hornersville Access, Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North). 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 Kennett?

Near Kennett 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 Kennett?

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