Best Places to Kayak Near Manhattan, KS

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

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Top Picks Near Manhattan

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Farnum Creek Public Use Area

Standout kayak fishing on Republican River - Milford Lake

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Fourth Street (Wakefield)

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

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Kanza View Park

A top-rated lake launch on Neosho River - Council Grove Lake

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Pottawatomie County 2

Kansas · 4.0 mi

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Tuttle Creek-Canoe Dock

Kansas · 4.3 mi

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Kansas River-Ogden

Kansas · 8.5 mi

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Farnum Creek Public Use Area

Kansas · 17.2 mi

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Flagstop Resort and RV Park

Kansas · 17.6 mi

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Milford Lake State Park Marina

Kansas · 17.6 mi

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Milford State Park

Kansas · 18.3 mi

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School Creek

Kansas · 18.9 mi

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Dam Site South

Kansas · 19.0 mi

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Rolling HIlls Public Use Area - East

Kansas · 19.5 mi

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Thunderbird Marina and RV Resort

Kansas · 19.8 mi

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Milford Recreation Area

Kansas · 20.1 mi

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Rolling HIlls Public Use Area - West

Kansas · 20.3 mi

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Curtis Creek Road (Point)

Kansas · 20.4 mi

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Timber Creek South Campground

Kansas · 20.7 mi

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Curtis Creek Public Use Area

Kansas · 21.2 mi

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Pottawatomie County 1

Kansas · 21.4 mi

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Tuttle Creek-Swede Creek

Kansas · 21.9 mi

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Fourth Street (Wakefield)

Kansas · 22.5 mi

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Milford Gatesville

Kansas · 23.4 mi

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Jeffrey Aux-Lake

Kansas · 23.4 mi

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Tuttle Creek-Redbud

Kansas · 23.9 mi

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Jeffrey Make-Up

Kansas · 24.8 mi

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Geary State Fishing Lake

Kansas · 25.1 mi

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Council Grove-Munkers Creek

Kansas · 32.3 mi

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Council Grove-Neosho River

Kansas · 32.8 mi

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Richey Cove Park

Kansas · 34.2 mi

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Kanza View Park

Kansas · 35.1 mi

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Council Grove Marina

Kansas · 35.5 mi

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Nemaha State Fishing Lake

Kansas · 49.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Manhattan.

Ogden, KS8 miSaint George, KS8 miRiley, KS13 miFort Riley, KS14 miWamego, KS15 miOlsburg, KS15 miFostoria, KS17 miMilford, KS17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Manhattan, KS?

Top picks near Manhattan include Farnum Creek Public Use Area, Fourth Street (Wakefield), Kanza View Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Manhattan?

Near Manhattan 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 Manhattan?

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