Best Places to Kayak Near North Bend, OH

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

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Top Picks Near North Bend

Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks1

Arnold Creek Launching

Standout kayak fishing on Arnold Creek

CreekBeginner18 mi away
brown wooden pallet2

Catalina Harbor

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

LakeBeginner2 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees3

Mariners Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, picnic area

LakeBeginner2 mi away
brown wooden pallet

Catalina Harbor

Ohio · 1.9 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Mariners Landing

Ohio · 2.1 mi

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man in black t-shirt standing on rock looking at the city during daytime

Great Miami Swamp at Shawnee Lookout

Ohio · 4.2 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Anderson Ferry

Ohio · 7.7 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Riverside Boat Launch

Ohio · 9.0 mi

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

Tanners Creek Launch

Indiana · 9.2 mi

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

Petersburg

Kentucky · 9.6 mi

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

Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access

Kentucky · 10.1 mi

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

Camp Ernst Lake

Kentucky · 10.8 mi

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a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Aurora Marina

Indiana · 11.4 mi

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a river with a few birds

Lesko Park

Indiana · 11.5 mi

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

Sunset Bay Marina

Indiana · 11.6 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Camp Shore Campground

Indiana · 11.7 mi

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aerial view of river between trees

Public Landing - Ohio River - Cincinnati

Ohio · 12.6 mi

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

Holiday Hills Resort and Marina

Indiana · 13.6 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Fredericks Landing

Kentucky · 14.4 mi

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woman in blue shirt and blue denim jeans riding orange kayak on water during daytime

Doe Run

Kentucky · 14.9 mi

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a group of people on a boat in the water

Schmidt Field Park & Boat Launch/Schmidt Recreation Complex

Ohio · 15.1 mi

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landscape photography of sea

Aces Marina

Ohio · 16.1 mi

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a river with a few birds

Rising Sun Municipal Park

Indiana · 16.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Schmidt Field

Indiana · 16.5 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Laughrey Public Access South

Indiana · 16.5 mi

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brown wooden pallet

Rivertowne Marina

Ohio · 16.6 mi

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green trees beside lake under cloudy sky during daytime

Four Seasons Marina

Ohio · 16.6 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Shelter Cove Marina

Ohio · 17.1 mi

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

Arnold Creek Launching

Indiana · 17.9 mi

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green trees beside lake under cloudy sky during daytime

Bicentennial Boat Ramp

Ohio · 18.2 mi

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

Big Bone State Park

Kentucky · 18.6 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Washington Marine Inc.

Ohio · 18.8 mi

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

Kenton Co. Park (Locust Pike Park)

Kentucky · 19.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of North Bend.

Addyston, OH1 miHooven, OH2 miCleves, OH3 miMiamitown, OH4 miHebron, KY6 miMount Saint Joseph, OH6 miLawrenceburg, IN7 miHarrison, OH8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near North Bend, OH?

Top picks near North Bend include Arnold Creek Launching, Catalina Harbor, Mariners Landing. 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 North Bend?

Near North Bend 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 North Bend?

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