Best Places to Kayak Near Martinsville, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Martinsville, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Martinsville
1Green Valley Public Fishing Area
Standout kayak fishing on Green Valley Mine Pond
2Turtle Creek Reservoir
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
3Charleston Side Channel
A top-rated canal launch on the canal
Lincoln Trail Lake
Illinois · 8.1 mi
Lincoln Trail Lake
Illinois · 8.6 mi
Mill Creek Lake
Illinois · 9.5 mi
Riverview Public Access Site
Indiana · 17.3 mi
Lake Charleston Spillway Park
Illinois · 17.5 mi
Charleston Side Channel
Illinois · 17.7 mi
Kraemer Memorial Park
Illinois · 18.5 mi
Prairie Creek Lake & Ponds
Indiana · 21.6 mi
Wabashiki FWA Funk Lake
Indiana · 21.8 mi
Green Valley Public Fishing Area
Indiana · 23.6 mi
Twin Lakes - West
Illinois · 24.0 mi
Bell Pond
Indiana · 24.0 mi
Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area - Merom
Indiana · 24.1 mi
Sam Parr Lake
Illinois · 24.2 mi
Twin Lakes - Central
Illinois · 24.3 mi
Twin Lakes - East
Illinois · 24.6 mi
Sam Parr Lake
Illinois · 24.7 mi
Fairbanks Park
Indiana · 25.9 mi
Turtle Creek Reservoir
Indiana · 26.2 mi
W. Keith Ruble Lake
Indiana · 26.6 mi
Maple Avenue Nature Park
Indiana · 27.3 mi
Walnut Point Lake
Illinois · 27.8 mi
Walnut Point Lake
Illinois · 28.1 mi
Deming Park
Indiana · 29.2 mi
Robert Hunter Kearns
Indiana · 29.3 mi
Deming Park
Indiana · 29.5 mi
Lake Sullivan campground ramp
Indiana · 29.5 mi
Lake Sullivan
Indiana · 30.1 mi
Dobbs Park Pond
Indiana · 30.2 mi
Lake Paradise
Illinois · 30.6 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Martinsville, IL?
Top picks near Martinsville include Green Valley Public Fishing Area, Turtle Creek Reservoir, Charleston Side Channel. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, canals.
What types of paddling can I do near Martinsville?
Near Martinsville 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 Martinsville?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Martinsville are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.