Best Places to Kayak Near Mount Carmel, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Mount Carmel, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Mount Carmel
1Oakland City New Lake
Standout kayak fishing on New Oakland City Lake
2Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
3Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area
A top-rated lake launch on Blue Grass Pit
Patoka Island
Indiana · 2.8 mi
Beall Woods State Park
Illinois · 5.1 mi
Crawleyville
Indiana · 8.7 mi
Town of Patoka
Indiana · 11.1 mi
Lafayette Park
Indiana · 12.3 mi
Hazleton
Indiana · 14.4 mi
Clark's Landing
Indiana · 14.7 mi
Grayville
Illinois · 15.3 mi
Oatsville Station
Indiana · 20.9 mi
New Harmony
Indiana · 21.3 mi
Red Hills Lake
Illinois · 21.8 mi
Red Hills Lake
Illinois · 21.8 mi
City of Vincennes Four Lakes Park
Indiana · 22.7 mi
Vincennes
Indiana · 24.3 mi
Oakland City Old Lake
Indiana · 25.3 mi
Scott Township Park
Indiana · 25.6 mi
Harmonie State Park Little Pond
Indiana · 25.8 mi
Snakey Point Marsh
Indiana · 25.8 mi
Harmonie State Park
Indiana · 26.2 mi
Oakland City New Lake
Indiana · 26.4 mi
Hornady Park Pond
Indiana · 26.9 mi
East Fork Lake
Illinois · 27.6 mi
Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 27.8 mi
Greenwing Pit
Indiana · 28.0 mi
Petersburg
Indiana · 28.0 mi
Teal Pit
Indiana · 28.1 mi
Widgeon Pit
Indiana · 28.3 mi
Blue Grass FWA Puddler Pit
Indiana · 28.5 mi
Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 28.6 mi
Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 28.8 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Mount Carmel, IL?
Top picks near Mount Carmel include Oakland City New Lake, Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area, Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area. 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 Mount Carmel?
Near Mount Carmel 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 Mount Carmel?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Mount Carmel are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.