Best Places to Kayak Near Lawrenceville, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Lawrenceville, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Lawrenceville
1Oakland City New Lake
Standout kayak fishing on New Oakland City Lake
2Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
3Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area
A top-rated lake launch on Dogleg Pit
Red Hills Lake
Illinois · 8.5 mi
Red Hills Lake
Illinois · 8.7 mi
Vincennes
Indiana · 8.9 mi
City of Vincennes Four Lakes Park
Indiana · 9.6 mi
Clark's Landing
Indiana · 9.9 mi
Hazleton
Indiana · 18.1 mi
East Fork Lake
Illinois · 20.2 mi
Borah Lake
Illinois · 21.1 mi
Turtle Creek Reservoir
Indiana · 23.2 mi
Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area - Merom
Indiana · 23.3 mi
Carnahan
Indiana · 24.0 mi
Petersburg
Indiana · 25.9 mi
Kraemer Memorial Park
Illinois · 26.2 mi
Beall Woods State Park
Illinois · 27.7 mi
No. 26 Reservoir
Indiana · 30.6 mi
Tulip Pit (Greene-Sullivan)
Indiana · 30.7 mi
Narrow Pit (Greene-Sullivan)
Indiana · 30.8 mi
Sam Parr Lake
Illinois · 31.0 mi
Sam Parr Lake
Illinois · 31.2 mi
Morris Chapel Pit
Indiana · 31.2 mi
Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 32.2 mi
Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 32.4 mi
Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 32.6 mi
Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 32.7 mi
Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 32.7 mi
Elnora
Indiana · 33.1 mi
Oakland City New Lake
Indiana · 34.5 mi
Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 34.5 mi
Newton Lake
Illinois · 35.1 mi
Newton Lake
Illinois · 35.7 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Lawrenceville, IL?
Top picks near Lawrenceville include Oakland City New Lake, Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area, Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.
What types of paddling can I do near Lawrenceville?
Near Lawrenceville 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 Lawrenceville?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Lawrenceville are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.