Best Places to Kayak Near La Crescent, MN

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

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Top Picks Near La Crescent

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Fishermans Road

Standout kayak fishing on Lake Onalaska-Mississippi River

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Fishermans Road

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

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Nelson Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

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Lower I-90 Landing

Minnesota · 2.2 mi

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Upper I-90

Minnesota · 2.3 mi

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Sportsman Landing

Minnesota · 2.7 mi

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Calm water stretches under a blue and cloudy sky.

Lower French Island Spillway

Wisconsin · 3.6 mi

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Upper French Island Spillway

Wisconsin · 3.7 mi

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West Copeland

Wisconsin · 3.7 mi

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Northside Beach - South

Wisconsin · 3.9 mi

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Northside Beach - North

Wisconsin · 3.9 mi

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La Crosse Municipal Harbor

Wisconsin · 4.2 mi

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Dresbach

Minnesota · 4.4 mi

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7th Street

Wisconsin · 4.8 mi

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Fisherman Road Landing

Wisconsin · 5.1 mi

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Nelson Park

Wisconsin · 5.3 mi

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Fishermans Road

Wisconsin · 5.3 mi

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Fishermans Road

Wisconsin · 5.5 mi

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Dakota

Minnesota · 6.2 mi

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North Shore Lane

Wisconsin · 6.5 mi

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Calm water stretches under a blue and cloudy sky.

Fred Funk

Wisconsin · 7.0 mi

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Brice Prairie Walk-In Access

Wisconsin · 7.4 mi

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Upper Goose Island

Wisconsin · 7.7 mi

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Goose Island

Wisconsin · 8.1 mi

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Goose Island Hunters Point - 1

Wisconsin · 9.2 mi

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Goose Island Hunters Point - 2

Wisconsin · 9.3 mi

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Wildcat Park

Minnesota · 10.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Wildcat Park

Minnesota · 10.5 mi

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Calm water stretches under a blue and cloudy sky.

Long Lake

Wisconsin · 11.6 mi

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Highway 35 Bridge

Wisconsin · 11.6 mi

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Round Lake

Wisconsin · 11.8 mi

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Third Lake - South

Wisconsin · 12.0 mi

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Second Lake

Wisconsin · 12.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of La Crescent.

Hokah, MN6 miLa Crosse, WI6 miOnalaska, WI7 miDakota, MN7 miHolmen, WI11 miBrownsville, MN11 miStoddard, WI12 miHouston, MN12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near La Crescent, MN?

Top picks near La Crescent include Fishermans Road, Fishermans Road, Nelson Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near La Crescent?

Near La Crescent 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 La Crescent?

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