Best Places to Kayak Near Piasa, IL

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

30 nearby17 Lakes13 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Piasa

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Greenfield City Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Bunker Hill Lake

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

LakeBeginner11 mi away
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Mt. Olive Old City Lake

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

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Beaver Dam Lake

Illinois · 9.3 mi

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Bunker Hill Lake

Illinois · 10.9 mi

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Greenfield City Lake

Illinois · 13.7 mi

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Gillespie New City Lake

Illinois · 14.0 mi

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Gillespie Old City Lake

Illinois · 14.4 mi

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Lake Carlinville #1

Illinois · 16.3 mi

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Boat ramp

Illinois · 17.0 mi

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Mississippi River Boat Ramp

Illinois · 18.6 mi

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Lincoln Shields Recreation Area

Missouri · 19.0 mi

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Hide-A-Way Harbor

Missouri · 19.3 mi

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Hide-A-Way Harbor

Missouri · 19.4 mi

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Mt. Olive New City Lake

Illinois · 20.2 mi

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Staunton City Lake

Illinois · 20.2 mi

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Mt. Olive Old City Lake

Illinois · 21.2 mi

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Pelican Island Access

Missouri · 21.5 mi

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Palmyra-Modesto Lake

Illinois · 22.0 mi

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Columbia Bottom Conservation Area

Missouri · 22.7 mi

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Otter Lake Park

Illinois · 23.4 mi

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White Hall City Lake

Illinois · 24.0 mi

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Sunfish Lake

Missouri · 24.4 mi

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Columbia Bottom Conservation Area

Missouri · 24.6 mi

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Spanish Lake

Missouri · 24.8 mi

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Stump Lake

Illinois · 25.0 mi

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Roodhouse Park Lake

Illinois · 25.0 mi

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The Glades

Illinois · 25.1 mi

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Marquette State Park

Illinois · 25.4 mi

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Hadley Landing

Illinois · 25.7 mi

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Diamond-Hurricane Island

Illinois · 25.9 mi

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Kampsville

Illinois · 27.4 mi

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Lou Yaeger Lake

Illinois · 28.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Piasa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Piasa, IL?

Top picks near Piasa 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, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Piasa?

Near Piasa 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 Piasa?

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