Best Places to Kayak Near Livingston, IL

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

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Top Picks Near Livingston

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Mt. Olive Old City Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Bunker Hill Lake

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

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Silver Lake (Highland)

Just 14 miles from Livingston — the closest quality launch

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Staunton City Lake

Illinois · 5.3 mi

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Mt. Olive Old City Lake

Illinois · 8.2 mi

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Mt. Olive New City Lake

Illinois · 9.4 mi

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Bunker Hill Lake

Illinois · 12.7 mi

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Gillespie Old City Lake

Illinois · 13.5 mi

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Gillespie New City Lake

Illinois · 13.8 mi

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Silver Lake (Highland)

Illinois · 14.2 mi

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Lou Yaeger Lake

Illinois · 17.6 mi

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Lou Yaeger Lake

Illinois · 18.1 mi

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Governor Bond Lake

Illinois · 19.6 mi

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Lake Carlinville #1

Illinois · 19.7 mi

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Coffeen Lake

Illinois · 19.8 mi

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Governor Bond Lake

Illinois · 20.2 mi

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Beaver Dam Lake

Illinois · 20.3 mi

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Coffeen Lake

Illinois · 20.5 mi

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Glenn Shoals Lake

Illinois · 21.5 mi

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Lake Hillsboro

Illinois · 21.5 mi

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Mississippi River Boat Ramp

Illinois · 22.8 mi

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Columbia Bottom Conservation Area

Missouri · 23.0 mi

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Lincoln Shields Recreation Area

Missouri · 23.6 mi

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Columbia Bottom Conservation Area

Missouri · 23.7 mi

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Glenn Shoals Lake

Illinois · 23.8 mi

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Horseshoe Lake - Madison

Illinois · 25.2 mi

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Horseshoe Lake - Madison

Illinois · 25.6 mi

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Sunfish Lake

Missouri · 26.0 mi

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Spanish Lake

Missouri · 26.5 mi

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Boat ramp

Illinois · 28.2 mi

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Pelican Island Access

Missouri · 28.3 mi

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Carlyle Lake

Illinois · 30.5 mi

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Carlyle Lake

Illinois · 30.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Livingston.

New Douglas, IL1 miStaunton, IL3 miWorden, IL5 miAlhambra, IL6 miMount Olive, IL7 miSawyerville, IL8 miHamel, IL8 miWilsonville, IL9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Livingston, IL?

Top picks near Livingston include Mt. Olive Old City Lake, Bunker Hill Lake, Silver Lake (Highland). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Livingston?

Near Livingston 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 Livingston?

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