Best Places to Kayak Near Olympia, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Olympia

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Copperas Creek Canoe Launch

A top-rated river launch on Red River

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Highway 77 Bridge

A top-rated river launch on Red River

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Cave Run Lake tailwater

Standout kayak fishing on Licking River - Cave Run Lake Tailwater

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Rebel Trace Lake

Kentucky · 6.8 mi

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green lake near green mountains under white clouds during daytime

Clear Creek Lake Access

Kentucky · 8.9 mi

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Cave Run Lake tailwater

Kentucky · 12.6 mi

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Stony Cove

Kentucky · 12.9 mi

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Leatherwood

Kentucky · 13.3 mi

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Twin Knobs

Kentucky · 13.6 mi

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Scotts Creek

Kentucky · 13.6 mi

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Skidmore

Kentucky · 13.8 mi

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Beaver Creek

Kentucky · 14.2 mi

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Alfrey

Kentucky · 14.4 mi

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

Grange City Covered Bridge

Kentucky · 14.6 mi

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

East Fork Indian Creek Access

Kentucky · 14.6 mi

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Longbow

Kentucky · 14.9 mi

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Zilpo

Kentucky · 15.4 mi

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Stanton Reservoir

Kentucky · 15.5 mi

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Clay Lick

Kentucky · 16.0 mi

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Warix Run

Kentucky · 17.2 mi

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Bangor

Kentucky · 17.4 mi

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

Copperas Creek Canoe Launch

Kentucky · 19.0 mi

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

Clay South Pond

Kentucky · 19.3 mi

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Poppin Rock

Kentucky · 19.4 mi

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

Morehead State University

Kentucky · 19.8 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Blackwater

Kentucky · 20.6 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Natural Bridge State Park

Kentucky · 20.9 mi

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

Highway 77 Bridge

Kentucky · 21.4 mi

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

Clay North Pond

Kentucky · 21.5 mi

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

Craney Creek Access

Kentucky · 22.2 mi

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Clay Water Management Area

Kentucky · 22.3 mi

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Merritt

Kentucky · 22.6 mi

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College Hill

Kentucky · 22.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Olympia.

Preston, KY2 miHope, KY3 miOwingsville, KY6 miSalt Lick, KY8 miJeffersonville, KY9 miMeans, KY9 miMount Sterling, KY10 miFrenchburg, KY10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Olympia, KY?

Top picks near Olympia include Copperas Creek Canoe Launch, Highway 77 Bridge, Cave Run Lake tailwater. 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 Olympia?

Near Olympia 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 Olympia?

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