Best Places to Kayak Near Mount Olive, IL

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

30 nearby25 Lakes5 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Mount Olive

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Greenfield City Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Mt. Olive Old City Lake

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

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Bunker Hill Lake

Just 12 miles from Mount Olive — the closest quality launch

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Mt. Olive Old City Lake

Illinois · 1.0 mi

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Mt. Olive New City Lake

Illinois · 2.4 mi

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Staunton City Lake

Illinois · 2.7 mi

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Gillespie Old City Lake

Illinois · 8.2 mi

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Gillespie New City Lake

Illinois · 8.7 mi

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Lou Yaeger Lake

Illinois · 11.2 mi

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Lou Yaeger Lake

Illinois · 11.6 mi

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Bunker Hill Lake

Illinois · 12.4 mi

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Lake Carlinville #1

Illinois · 13.3 mi

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Beaver Dam Lake

Illinois · 15.7 mi

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Glenn Shoals Lake

Illinois · 16.3 mi

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Lake Hillsboro

Illinois · 16.5 mi

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Coffeen Lake

Illinois · 17.8 mi

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Coffeen Lake

Illinois · 17.8 mi

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Glenn Shoals Lake

Illinois · 18.2 mi

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Governor Bond Lake

Illinois · 20.9 mi

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Silver Lake (Highland)

Illinois · 21.0 mi

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Governor Bond Lake

Illinois · 21.4 mi

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Mississippi River Boat Ramp

Illinois · 26.4 mi

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Otter Lake Park

Illinois · 26.5 mi

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Lincoln Shields Recreation Area

Missouri · 27.2 mi

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Columbia Bottom Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.1 mi

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Columbia Bottom Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.2 mi

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Palmyra-Modesto Lake

Illinois · 28.4 mi

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Boat ramp

Illinois · 30.5 mi

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Sunfish Lake

Missouri · 30.7 mi

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Greenfield City Lake

Illinois · 30.8 mi

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Spanish Lake

Missouri · 31.1 mi

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Horseshoe Lake - Madison

Illinois · 31.3 mi

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Pelican Island Access

Missouri · 31.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Mount Olive.

Sawyerville, IL3 miBenld, IL4 miEagarville, IL4 miStaunton, IL5 miWilsonville, IL6 miGillespie, IL6 miWalshville, IL6 miNew Douglas, IL7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Mount Olive, IL?

Top picks near Mount Olive include Greenfield City Lake, Mt. Olive Old City Lake, Bunker Hill Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Mount Olive?

Near Mount Olive 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 Olive?

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