Best Places to Kayak Near Liberal, MO

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

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Shawnee Trail Conservation Area

Missouri · 8.4 mi

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Bushwhacker Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · 8.8 mi

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Shawnee Trail Conservation Area

Missouri · 9.7 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 4

Kansas · 10.9 mi

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Shawnee Trail Conservation Area

Missouri · 11.3 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 11.5 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 11.6 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 11.8 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 12.0 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 12.2 mi

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Lamar Access

Missouri · 14.1 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 6

Kansas · 16.5 mi

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Crawford State Fishing Lake-1

Kansas · 16.7 mi

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Crawford State Fishing Lake-2

Kansas · 16.8 mi

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Radio Springs Lake (Nevada)

Missouri · 19.2 mi

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West Lake Road

Kansas · 19.9 mi

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Izaac Walton Lake (Nevada)

Missouri · 21.1 mi

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Cephas Ford Access

Missouri · 27.5 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Stones Corner Access

Missouri · 28.0 mi

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Carl Junction Access

Missouri · 28.6 mi

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Kellogg Lake (Carthage)

Missouri · 29.5 mi

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August A. Busch Jr. Memorial Wetlands at Four Rivers Conservation Area

Missouri · 31.9 mi

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August A. Busch Jr. Memorial Wetlands at Four Rivers Conservation Area

Missouri · 32.3 mi

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August A. Busch Jr. Memorial Wetlands at Four Rivers Conservation Area

Missouri · 33.0 mi

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August A. Busch Jr. Memorial Wetlands at Four Rivers Conservation Area

Missouri · 33.3 mi

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Pool 3

Kansas · 33.7 mi

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Bourbon State Fishing Lake

Kansas · 33.7 mi

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Pool 3

Kansas · 34.0 mi

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August A. Busch Jr. Memorial Wetlands at Four Rivers Conservation Area

Missouri · 34.0 mi

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Harmony Mission Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · 34.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Liberal include Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1, Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1, Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1. 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 Liberal?

Near Liberal 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 Liberal?

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