Best Places to Kayak Near Lowes, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Lowes

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Buck Lake

Standout kayak fishing on Boatwright Water Management Area

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Willow Slough

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

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Fish Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, camping

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Kess Creek Park Lake

Kentucky · 13.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Lake Montgomery

Kentucky · 15.8 mi

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Clarks River

Kentucky · 16.6 mi

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Broadway Street

Kentucky · 17.2 mi

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Paducah

Kentucky · 17.4 mi

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Fort Massac State Park

Illinois · 18.1 mi

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Brookport

Illinois · 18.2 mi

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Wickliffe Water Front

Kentucky · 18.5 mi

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Fish Lake

Kentucky · 19.3 mi

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Jos Hunter Moore Access

Missouri · 19.3 mi

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Doug Travis Water Management Area

Kentucky · 19.7 mi

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Willow Slough

Kentucky · 19.7 mi

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Black Lake

Kentucky · 19.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Clinton Rotary Park Lake

Kentucky · 20.0 mi

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

Milliken Mills Carrydown

Kentucky · 20.1 mi

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Fish Lake Drain

Kentucky · 20.1 mi

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Bird's Blue Hole

Missouri · 20.2 mi

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Buck Lake

Kentucky · 20.4 mi

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Columbus - Belmont State Park

Kentucky · 20.6 mi

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Flat Lake

Kentucky · 21.0 mi

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Fish Lake

Kentucky · 21.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Ballard WMA Pond

Kentucky · 21.7 mi

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Tucker Lane Carrydown

Kentucky · 21.8 mi

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Joppa

Illinois · 22.2 mi

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

Cairo

Illinois · 23.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Mitchell Lake 3

Kentucky · 23.6 mi

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Mitchell Lake 2

Kentucky · 23.7 mi

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Thirtyfour Corner Blue Hole

Missouri · 23.7 mi

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Mitchell Lake 1

Kentucky · 23.7 mi

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Ballard Slough

Kentucky · 23.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Lowes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Lowes, KY?

Top picks near Lowes include Buck Lake, Willow Slough, Fish Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Lowes?

Near Lowes 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 Lowes?

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