Best Places to Kayak Near Mount Sterling, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Mount Sterling

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Copperas Creek Canoe Launch

A top-rated river launch on Red River

RiverBeginner22 mi away
a group of young boys paddling canoes on a lake2

Cave Run Lake tailwater

Standout kayak fishing on Licking River - Cave Run Lake Tailwater

LakeBeginner22 mi away
body of water near green trees during daytime3

Natural Bridge State Park

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

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white and gray bird on water

Stanton Reservoir

Kentucky · 13.4 mi

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Fryman's Dock

Kentucky · 14.8 mi

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Rebel Trace Lake

Kentucky · 15.3 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Merritt

Kentucky · 15.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

College Hill

Kentucky · 16.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Jackson Ferry

Kentucky · 18.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Carlisle Waterworks Fishing Access

Kentucky · 18.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Clay South Pond

Kentucky · 18.6 mi

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green lake near green mountains under white clouds during daytime

Clear Creek Lake Access

Kentucky · 18.7 mi

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A lake surrounded by lots of trees in a forest

Paris Landing

Kentucky · 19.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

East Fork Indian Creek Access

Kentucky · 19.7 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Old Habits

Kentucky · 20.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Clay North Pond

Kentucky · 20.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Northcentral 4-H Center

Kentucky · 20.6 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Boonesborough State Park

Kentucky · 20.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Grange City Covered Bridge

Kentucky · 20.8 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Lake Carnico

Kentucky · 21.1 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Clay Water Management Area

Kentucky · 21.5 mi

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a group of young boys paddling canoes on a lake

Cave Run Lake tailwater

Kentucky · 22.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Copperas Creek Canoe Launch

Kentucky · 22.2 mi

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a group of young boys paddling canoes on a lake

Stony Cove

Kentucky · 22.5 mi

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a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Leatherwood

Kentucky · 23.1 mi

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a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Twin Knobs

Kentucky · 23.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Skidmore

Kentucky · 23.4 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Scotts Creek

Kentucky · 23.4 mi

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a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Beaver Creek

Kentucky · 23.5 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Alfrey

Kentucky · 24.2 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Longbow

Kentucky · 24.4 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Natural Bridge State Park

Kentucky · 24.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Irvine

Kentucky · 24.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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

Jeffersonville, KY8 miHope, KY9 miOlympia, KY10 miPreston, KY10 miNorth Middletown, KY11 miSharpsburg, KY11 miOwingsville, KY12 miClay City, KY13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Mount Sterling, KY?

Top picks near Mount Sterling include Copperas Creek Canoe Launch, Cave Run Lake tailwater, Natural Bridge State 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 Mount Sterling?

Near Mount Sterling 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 Sterling?

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