Best Places to Kayak Near Platteville, WI

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

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Top Picks Near Platteville

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Pirates Pit

A top-rated river launch on Mississippi River

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Frentress Lake

A top-rated river launch on Mississippi River

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Chaplin Schmitt Boat Ramp

A top-rated river launch on Mississippi River

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Banfield Bridge

Wisconsin · 11.3 mi

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Grant River Recreation Area

Wisconsin · 12.5 mi

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Potosi Point Recreational Area

Wisconsin · 13.8 mi

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Mud Lake Park

Iowa · 13.8 mi

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Sunfish Lake

Wisconsin · 15.7 mi

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AY McDonald Park

Iowa · 16.8 mi

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Hawthorne Street Boat Ramp

Iowa · 16.9 mi

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Ludden Lake

Wisconsin · 17.3 mi

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Lynn Hollow

Wisconsin · 17.4 mi

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Findley'S Landing

Iowa · 17.4 mi

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Chaplin Schmitt Boat Ramp

Iowa · 17.7 mi

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Darlington

Wisconsin · 18.9 mi

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McCartney Lake Access

Wisconsin · 19.0 mi

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Illinois · 19.0 mi

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Chaplin Schmitt Boat Ramp

Iowa · 19.1 mi

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Mid-Town Marina

Illinois · 19.4 mi

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Millenium Marina

Illinois · 19.6 mi

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Frentress Lake

Illinois · 19.9 mi

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Waupeton

Iowa · 20.7 mi

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Bertom Lake

Wisconsin · 21.6 mi

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Massey Park

Iowa · 21.7 mi

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Blackhawk Lake Recreation Area

Wisconsin · 22.0 mi

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Pirates Pit

Iowa · 23.8 mi

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Upper Mississippi National Wildife and Fish Refuge - Gears Ferry

Illinois · 24.3 mi

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Jack Oak Road

Wisconsin · 25.1 mi

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Riverside Park

Wisconsin · 25.5 mi

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Yellowstone Lake Canoe Launch

Wisconsin · 25.6 mi

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Riverside Road Bridge

Wisconsin · 25.6 mi

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Yellowstone Lake State Park - North

Wisconsin · 26.1 mi

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Yellowstone Lake State Park - South

Wisconsin · 26.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Platteville.

Belmont, WI8 miDickeyville, WI9 miCuba City, WI10 miRewey, WI10 miPotosi, WI11 miLivingston, WI12 miKieler, WI12 miLancaster, WI14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Platteville, WI?

Top picks near Platteville include Pirates Pit, Frentress Lake, Chaplin Schmitt Boat Ramp. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Platteville?

Near Platteville 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 Platteville?

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