Best Places to Kayak Near Norris City, IL

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

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Top Picks Near Norris City

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

Standout kayak fishing on Hovey Lake

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New Harmony

A top-rated river launch on Wabash River

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Hovey Lake

A top-rated river launch on Ohio River

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Dolan Lake

Illinois · 7.1 mi

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Lake McLeansboro

Illinois · 14.6 mi

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Harrisburg New City Reservoir

Illinois · 16.7 mi

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area - Dogtown Ferry

Indiana · 17.0 mi

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Jones State Lake

Illinois · 20.0 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Old Shawneetown

Illinois · 22.0 mi

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Uniontown Dike

Kentucky · 22.1 mi

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Blackburn

Kentucky · 22.3 mi

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 22.9 mi

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New Harmony

Indiana · 23.3 mi

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Grassy Pond

Kentucky · 23.6 mi

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Sherburn Park

Kentucky · 23.7 mi

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Hovey Lake

Indiana · 24.7 mi

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Uniontown

Kentucky · 25.2 mi

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West Frankfort New City Lake

Illinois · 26.0 mi

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Sahara Lake

Illinois · 26.0 mi

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Grayville

Illinois · 26.6 mi

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West Frankfort Old City Lake

Illinois · 27.2 mi

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Christopher Old City Lake

Illinois · 27.2 mi

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Sloughs North Dock

Kentucky · 30.4 mi

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Mortons Lake

Kentucky · 32.0 mi

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Rend Lake

Illinois · 33.1 mi

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Rend Lake

Illinois · 33.5 mi

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

Caseyville

Kentucky · 33.6 mi

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Rend Lake

Illinois · 33.8 mi

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Grangertown Landing

Kentucky · 34.1 mi

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Rend Lake

Illinois · 34.1 mi

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Rend Lake

Illinois · 34.6 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Rend Lake

Illinois · 34.8 mi

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Rend Lake

Illinois · 34.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Norris City, IL?

Top picks near Norris City include Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area, New Harmony, Hovey Lake. 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 Norris City?

Near Norris City 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 Norris City?

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