Best Places to Kayak Near Knoxville, AL

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

30 nearby20 Rivers9 Lakes1 Creek
← All paddling in Alabama
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Lock No. 8

Alabama · 6.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
two people in a boat on a body of water

Moundville Access

Alabama · 9.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of people that are in a kayak

Finches Ferry

Alabama · 9.9 mi

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

Foster's Ferry

Alabama · 12.0 mi

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

Jennings Ferry

Alabama · 12.3 mi

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

Lock No 7 West

Alabama · 13.8 mi

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

Warrior Lock and Dam (Lower Pool - Selden)

Alabama · 14.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man riding on white boat on river during daytime

Lock No. 6

Alabama · 18.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man riding on white boat on river during daytime

Mill Creek (Oliver Dam)

Alabama · 19.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial photography of island beside house

Riverview

Alabama · 22.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
boat on the seashore photograph

Howell Heflin Lock (Lower Pool Ramp)

Alabama · 22.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial photography of island beside house

Vienna

Alabama · 23.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
men rowing boat during sunset

Sumter

Alabama · 24.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
boat on the seashore photograph

S.W. Taylor

Alabama · 24.4 mi

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

Boligee

Alabama · 24.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
river between green trees under blue sky during daytime

Forkland

Alabama · 25.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
People kayaking on a calm lake with forested hills.

Lock No. 5

Alabama · 27.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man riding on white boat on river during daytime

Rock Quarry Landing

Alabama · 27.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
people riding on boat on river during daytime

Eagle Cove Marina

Alabama · 27.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
men rowing boat during sunset

Cochrane Boat Ramp

Alabama · 28.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial photography of island beside house

Cochrane Recreation Area

Alabama · 28.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
two people in a boat on a body of water

Backbone Creek

Alabama · 28.7 mi

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

Deerlick Creek

Alabama · 28.8 mi

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

Rocky Branch Park

Alabama · 29.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and red boat on river during daytime

Yellow Creek

Alabama · 29.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of people that are in a kayak

Runaway Branch No. 2

Alabama · 29.7 mi

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

Runaway Branch No. 1

Alabama · 29.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of people that are in a kayak

Belmont

Alabama · 30.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
men rowing boat during sunset

Binion Creek

Alabama · 30.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial photography of island beside house

Ringo Bluff

Alabama · 30.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Knoxville, AL?

Top picks near Knoxville include Binion Creek, Riverview, S.W. Taylor. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Knoxville?

Near Knoxville 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 Knoxville?

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