Best Places to Kayak Near Lucas, KY

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

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Barren River SRP Campground

Kentucky · 2.0 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Austin

Kentucky · 2.5 mi

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Dry Creek Unit WMA

Kentucky · 2.6 mi

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Walnut Creek

Kentucky · 2.7 mi

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State Park

Kentucky · 3.0 mi

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Barren River Lake WMA

Kentucky · 3.1 mi

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Narrows Ramp

Kentucky · 4.7 mi

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Baileys Point

Kentucky · 4.9 mi

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Narrows Marina

Kentucky · 5.1 mi

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Browns Ford

Kentucky · 5.6 mi

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green lake near green mountains under white clouds during daytime

Peninsula

Kentucky · 5.7 mi

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Port Oliver

Kentucky · 6.1 mi

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Quarry Road Beach

Kentucky · 6.2 mi

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Beaver Creek

Kentucky · 6.3 mi

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Barren River Lake Tailwater

Kentucky · 6.8 mi

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

Holland Bridge

Kentucky · 9.9 mi

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Temple Hill

Kentucky · 10.6 mi

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Coruth Ford

Kentucky · 10.7 mi

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Matinsville Ford

Kentucky · 11.9 mi

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Deep Ford

Kentucky · 15.0 mi

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Romanza Johnson Park

Kentucky · 18.8 mi

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

Phill Moore Park

Kentucky · 19.5 mi

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Phil Moore Park Carrydown #2

Kentucky · 20.0 mi

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

Duncan Road Ford Carrydown

Kentucky · 20.7 mi

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Highway 622 Access

Kentucky · 21.5 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Mill Creek Lake #2

Kentucky · 21.6 mi

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Mill Creek Lake

Kentucky · 22.2 mi

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Basil Griffin Park

Kentucky · 22.9 mi

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Beach Bend Campground

Kentucky · 23.4 mi

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Woody Atkinson Road Carrydown

Kentucky · 23.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Lucas include Mill Creek Lake #2, Austin, Walnut Creek. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, creeks, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Lucas?

Near Lucas 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 Lucas?

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