Best Places to Kayak Near Palmyra, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Palmyra, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Palmyra
Palmyra-Modesto Lake
Illinois · 1.9 mi
Otter Lake Park
Illinois · 3.5 mi
Lake Carlinville #1
Illinois · 13.2 mi
Greenfield City Lake
Illinois · 14.0 mi
Beaver Dam Lake
Illinois · 14.2 mi
Gillespie New City Lake
Illinois · 19.0 mi
Gillespie Old City Lake
Illinois · 19.3 mi
Lake Jacksonville
Illinois · 21.9 mi
Roodhouse Park Lake
Illinois · 22.0 mi
White Hall City Lake
Illinois · 22.7 mi
Lake Springfield
Illinois · 23.7 mi
Mt. Olive New City Lake
Illinois · 24.1 mi
Lou Yaeger Lake
Illinois · 24.1 mi
Lou Yaeger Lake
Illinois · 24.6 mi
Lake Springfield
Illinois · 24.9 mi
Bunker Hill Lake
Illinois · 25.2 mi
Mt. Olive Old City Lake
Illinois · 25.6 mi
Lake Springfield
Illinois · 26.9 mi
Staunton City Lake
Illinois · 27.5 mi
Lake Sangchris
Illinois · 28.1 mi
Lake Sangchris
Illinois · 28.7 mi
Lake Springfield
Illinois · 28.9 mi
Glenn Shoals Lake
Illinois · 29.0 mi
Lake Springfield
Illinois · 29.1 mi
Lake Springfield
Illinois · 29.2 mi
Glenn Shoals Lake
Illinois · 29.9 mi
Lake Sangchris
Illinois · 30.6 mi
Lake Hillsboro
Illinois · 30.6 mi
Lake Springfield
Illinois · 30.7 mi
Ashland New Reservoir
Illinois · 31.8 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Palmyra, IL?
Top picks near Palmyra include Greenfield City Lake, Bunker Hill Lake, Mt. Olive Old City Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, reservoirs.
What types of paddling can I do near Palmyra?
Near Palmyra 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 Palmyra?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Palmyra are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.