Best Places to Kayak Near Pickering, MO

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

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Top Picks Near Pickering

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Fogle Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Limpp Community Lake

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

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Brickyard Hill Conservation Area

A top-rated lake launch on Charity Lake

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Nodaway County Community Lake

Missouri · 2.2 mi

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Mozingo Lake (Maryville)

Missouri · 5.1 mi

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Mozingo Lake (Maryville)

Missouri · 7.2 mi

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Mozingo Lake (Maryville)

Missouri · 7.9 mi

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Worth County Community Lake

Missouri · 17.1 mi

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Bilby Ranch Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · 17.2 mi

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Lake of Three Fires State Park

Iowa · 19.2 mi

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Nodaway Valley Conservation Area

Missouri · 26.4 mi

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Nodaway Valley Conservation Area

Missouri · 26.9 mi

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Sowards Ford Access

Missouri · 27.8 mi

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Nodaway Valley Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.0 mi

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Nodaway Valley Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.1 mi

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Nodaway Valley Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.5 mi

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Nodaway Valley Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.5 mi

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Nodaway Valley Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.7 mi

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Nodaway Valley Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.7 mi

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Happy Holler Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · 30.5 mi

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Mount Ayr Wildlife Area

Iowa · 31.2 mi

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Limpp Community Lake

Missouri · 31.6 mi

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Savannah City Lake

Missouri · 35.2 mi

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Fogle Lake

Iowa · 35.6 mi

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Viking Lake State Park

Iowa · 36.9 mi

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King Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · 37.1 mi

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Viking Lake State Park

Iowa · 37.1 mi

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H. F. Thurnau Conservation Area

Missouri · 37.3 mi

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H. F. Thurnau Conservation Area

Missouri · 38.2 mi

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Ringgold Wildlife Area

Iowa · 38.2 mi

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Ringgold Wildlife Area

Iowa · 38.4 mi

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Nodaway Island Access

Missouri · 38.9 mi

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Brickyard Hill Conservation Area

Missouri · 39.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Pickering.

Hopkins, MO6 miMaryville, MO8 miClearmont, MO10 miParnell, MO10 miRavenwood, MO11 miBurlington Junction, MO11 miBraddyville, IA13 miSheridan, MO14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Pickering, MO?

Top picks near Pickering include Fogle Lake, Limpp Community Lake, Brickyard Hill Conservation Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Pickering?

Near Pickering 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 Pickering?

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