Best Places to Kayak Near Kirksville, MO
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Kirksville, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Kirksville
1Sears Community Lake
Open-water sea kayaking access on Sears Lake
New City Lake (Lancaster)
Standout kayak fishing on New City Lake
Henry Sever Lake Conservation Area
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
Thousand HIlls State Park
Missouri · 3.1 mi
Hazel Creek Lake (Kirksville)
Missouri · 6.2 mi
Hazel Creek Lake (Kirksville)
Missouri · 7.0 mi
Mullanix Ford Access
Missouri · 11.7 mi
La Plata City Lake
Missouri · 14.7 mi
Union Ridge Conservation Area
Missouri · 16.7 mi
Archangel Access
Missouri · 21.0 mi
New City Lake (Lancaster)
Missouri · 22.6 mi
Atlanta Conservation Area
Missouri · 22.9 mi
Rebel's Cove Conservation Area
Missouri · 24.8 mi
Lake Showme (Memphis)
Missouri · 25.1 mi
Dodd Access
Missouri · 25.1 mi
Lake Showme (Memphis)
Missouri · 25.9 mi
Lake Showme (Memphis)
Missouri · 26.0 mi
Rebel's Cove Conservation Area
Missouri · 26.2 mi

Sears Community Lake
Missouri · 26.3 mi
Paul Bloch Memorial Pond (Lancaster)
Missouri · 27.9 mi
Elmwood Lake (Milan)
Missouri · 28.0 mi
Macon City Lake
Missouri · 30.1 mi
Lake Mahoney (Unionville)
Missouri · 31.5 mi
Ella Ewing Lake Conservation Area
Missouri · 32.2 mi
Henry Sever Lake Conservation Area
Missouri · 34.7 mi
Brookfield City Lake
Missouri · 35.7 mi
Brookfield City Lake
Missouri · 35.8 mi
Brookfield City Lake
Missouri · 36.0 mi
Old Marceline City Reservoir (Marceline)
Missouri · 36.9 mi
LaBelle Lake Conservation Area
Missouri · 37.0 mi
Sharon Bluffs State Park
Iowa · 38.6 mi
Thomas Hill Reservoir Conservation Area
Missouri · 39.4 mi
Thomas Hill Reservoir Conservation Area
Missouri · 39.4 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Kirksville, MO?
Top picks near Kirksville include Sears Community Lake, New City Lake (Lancaster), Henry Sever Lake Conservation Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, oceans.
What types of paddling can I do near Kirksville?
Near Kirksville 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 Kirksville?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Kirksville are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.