Best Places to Kayak Near Maplewood, WI

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

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Top Picks Near Maplewood

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Sunset Park

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

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Sawyer Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal

BayBeginner7 mi away
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Sugar Creek County Park

Just 9 miles from Maplewood — the closest quality launch

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Forestville Dam Park

Wisconsin · 3.7 mi

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Roadside off of S. Lake Michigan Drive

Wisconsin · 6.9 mi

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S. Lake Michigan Drive Carry-in

Wisconsin · 7.3 mi

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Sawyer Park

Wisconsin · 7.4 mi

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Wisconsin · 7.6 mi

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Robert M. Carmody Park

Wisconsin · 7.8 mi

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Sunset Park

Wisconsin · 8.1 mi

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Ern-Joys

Wisconsin · 8.9 mi

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Olson Park

Wisconsin · 9.1 mi

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Sugar Creek County Park

Wisconsin · 9.3 mi

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Potawatomi State Park

Wisconsin · 9.4 mi

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Steele Street Point Launch

Wisconsin · 9.8 mi

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Algoma Marina

Wisconsin · 9.9 mi

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Chaudiors Dock Park

Wisconsin · 10.7 mi

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Krohns Lake

Wisconsin · 11.2 mi

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George K. Pinney County Park

Wisconsin · 11.4 mi

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Beauty View Road Access

Wisconsin · 12.5 mi

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Lily Bay Park

Wisconsin · 12.7 mi

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Calm water stretches under a blue and cloudy sky.

East Alaska Lake Park

Wisconsin · 13.7 mi

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West Alaska Lake Park

Wisconsin · 14.2 mi

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Red River Park

Wisconsin · 14.3 mi

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Whitefish Bay

Wisconsin · 16.9 mi

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Cecil Depeau Bay Shore Park

Wisconsin · 17.6 mi

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Peshtigo Harbor - Harbor Road

Wisconsin · 17.9 mi

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Lake Michigan Access

Wisconsin · 18.1 mi

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Clark Lake

Wisconsin · 18.5 mi

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Highway E

Wisconsin · 18.7 mi

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County BB (Klingsborns) Peshtigo River

Wisconsin · 19.0 mi

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Salmon Harbor Marina

Wisconsin · 19.5 mi

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Kewaunee

Wisconsin · 19.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Maplewood.

Forestville, WI4 miBrussels, WI7 miSturgeon Bay, WI8 miAlgoma, WI10 miCasco, WI13 miLuxemburg, WI18 miEgg Harbor, WI21 miNew Franken, WI21 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Maplewood include Sunset Park, Sawyer Park, Sugar Creek County Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Maplewood?

Near Maplewood 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 Maplewood?

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