Best Places to Kayak Near Louisville, TN

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

30 nearby21 Lakes7 Rivers2 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Louisville

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George's Creek

Standout kayak fishing on Tennessee River - Fort Loudoun Lake

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Little River

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

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Louisville Point Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

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George's Creek

Tennessee · 0.2 mi

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XTFL-10 (Parcel 2)

Tennessee · 0.8 mi

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Louisville Landing Marina

Tennessee · 1.9 mi

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Singleton Park

Tennessee · 2.4 mi

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Louisville Point Park

Tennessee · 2.4 mi

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Duncan Boat Dock

Tennessee · 3.7 mi

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Little River

Tennessee · 3.8 mi

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Weatherspoon Road

Tennessee · 4.1 mi

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Stock Creek

Tennessee · 4.3 mi

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Willow Point Marina

Tennessee · 4.4 mi

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Carl Cowan Park

Tennessee · 5.0 mi

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Polland Creek

Tennessee · 5.1 mi

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Maloney Road Park

Tennessee · 5.4 mi

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Fox Road Marina

Tennessee · 6.5 mi

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Ish Creek

Tennessee · 6.8 mi

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Concord Park

Tennessee · 6.8 mi

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Cherokee Boulevard

Tennessee · 6.9 mi

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Concord Marina

Tennessee · 7.1 mi

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Marine Park

Tennessee · 7.1 mi

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Choto Marina

Tennessee · 8.0 mi

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Gallagher Creek

Tennessee · 8.4 mi

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International Harbor

Tennessee · 8.4 mi

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Neyland Drive

Tennessee · 8.8 mi

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Lake View

Tennessee · 9.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Bill Bennett (Coulters) Bridge

Tennessee · 9.9 mi

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Shady Grove

Tennessee · 10.0 mi

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Clayton/Sequoah Heights

Tennessee · 10.4 mi

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McWhortor Riverside Landing

Tennessee · 10.7 mi

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Unita

Tennessee · 10.9 mi

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Peery's Mill Park

Tennessee · 11.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Louisville.

Rockford, TN4 miAlcoa, TN4 miMaryville, TN7 miFriendsville, TN8 miKnoxville, TN10 miWalland, TN12 miPowell, TN14 miLenoir City, TN15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Louisville, TN?

Top picks near Louisville include George's Creek, Little River, Louisville Point Park. 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 Louisville?

Near Louisville 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 Louisville?

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