Best Places to Kayak Near Lancaster, MO

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

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Top Picks Near Lancaster

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New City Lake (Lancaster)

Standout kayak fishing on New City Lake

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Ella Ewing Lake Conservation Area

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

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Lake Mahoney (Unionville)

A top-rated lake launch on Lake Mahoney

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New City Lake (Lancaster)

Missouri · 1.3 mi

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Paul Bloch Memorial Pond (Lancaster)

Missouri · 4.6 mi

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Archangel Access

Missouri · 8.8 mi

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Rebel's Cove Conservation Area

Missouri · 9.4 mi

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Rebel's Cove Conservation Area

Missouri · 9.5 mi

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Mullanix Ford Access

Missouri · 15.1 mi

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Lake Showme (Memphis)

Missouri · 16.6 mi

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Hazel Creek Lake (Kirksville)

Missouri · 17.1 mi

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Lake Showme (Memphis)

Missouri · 17.1 mi

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Lake Showme (Memphis)

Missouri · 17.1 mi

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Hazel Creek Lake (Kirksville)

Missouri · 17.5 mi

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Sharon Bluffs State Park

Iowa · 19.8 mi

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Lake Wapello State Park - East

Iowa · 20.3 mi

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Lake Wapello State Park - West

Iowa · 20.3 mi

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Union Ridge Conservation Area

Missouri · 22.1 mi

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Sundown Lake

Iowa · 24.1 mi

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Thousand HIlls State Park

Missouri · 24.4 mi

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Lake Mahoney (Unionville)

Missouri · 26.3 mi

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Outlet Park

Iowa · 27.9 mi

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Rathbun Wildlife Management Area

Iowa · 28.6 mi

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Rathbun Wildlife Management Area

Iowa · 28.8 mi

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Rathbun Wildlife Management Area

Iowa · 28.9 mi

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Lake Sugema Wildlife Area

Iowa · 29.0 mi

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

Lake Sugema Wildlife Area

Iowa · 29.2 mi

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Rathbun Wildlife Management Area

Iowa · 29.6 mi

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Rathbun Wildlife Management Area

Iowa · 29.8 mi

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Lake Sugema Wildlife Area

Iowa · 29.8 mi

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Ella Ewing Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · 30.1 mi

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Lake Sugema Wildlife Area

Iowa · 30.1 mi

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Shidepoke Access

Iowa · 30.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Lancaster.

Glenwood, MO3 miCoatsville, MO7 miDowning, MO8 miQueen City, MO8 miLivonia, MO10 miGreentop, MO13 miWorthington, MO13 miWest Grove, IA13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Lancaster include New City Lake (Lancaster), Ella Ewing Lake Conservation Area, Lake Mahoney (Unionville). 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 Lancaster?

Near Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

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