Best Places to Kayak Near Manawa, WI

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

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Top Picks Near Manawa

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North Lake Road

Standout kayak fishing on Waupaca River - Weyauwega Lake

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Big Falls

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

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Stevenson Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

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

Manawa Millpond

Wisconsin · 0.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Bear Lake

Wisconsin · 4.6 mi

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School Section Lake

Wisconsin · 5.3 mi

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Casey Lake

Wisconsin · 6.6 mi

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Cedar Lake

Wisconsin · 7.2 mi

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Campbell Lake

Wisconsin · 7.3 mi

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White Lake - East

Wisconsin · 7.7 mi

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White Lake - West

Wisconsin · 7.8 mi

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Shaw

Wisconsin · 8.7 mi

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Riverside Park

Wisconsin · 9.7 mi

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Stevenson Park

Wisconsin · 10.1 mi

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Goodhal (Moon) Lake

Wisconsin · 10.2 mi

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North Lake Road

Wisconsin · 10.3 mi

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Calm water stretches under a blue and cloudy sky.

Hatch Lake

Wisconsin · 10.4 mi

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Iola Lake

Wisconsin · 10.7 mi

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Silver Lake

Wisconsin · 11.3 mi

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

Welland's Landing

Wisconsin · 11.3 mi

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Big Falls

Wisconsin · 11.5 mi

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Gills

Wisconsin · 11.7 mi

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Shadow Lake

Wisconsin · 12.0 mi

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North Lake

Wisconsin · 12.6 mi

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Pigeon Lake

Wisconsin · 12.7 mi

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Kinney Lake

Wisconsin · 12.9 mi

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a large rock formation in the middle of a river

Hemlock Street Bridge

Wisconsin · 13.1 mi

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Graham Lake

Wisconsin · 13.3 mi

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Wallace Park

Wisconsin · 14.1 mi

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Lions Point Park

Wisconsin · 14.1 mi

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Taylor Lake

Wisconsin · 14.2 mi

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Milwaukee Street

Wisconsin · 14.6 mi

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Wolf River

Wisconsin · 14.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Manawa.

Ogdensburg, WI5 miNew London, WI10 miBear Creek, WI10 miWeyauwega, WI10 miBig Falls, WI11 miIola, WI12 miScandinavia, WI12 miWaupaca, WI13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Manawa, WI?

Top picks near Manawa include North Lake Road, Big Falls, Stevenson Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Manawa?

Near Manawa 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 Manawa?

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