Best Places to Kayak Near Princeton, MO

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

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Lake Paho Conservation Area South)

Missouri · 4.3 mi

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Lake Paho Conservation Area (North)

Missouri · 5.1 mi

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Nine Eagles State Park

Iowa · 17.8 mi

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Bethany (North Bethany City Reservoir)

Missouri · 24.5 mi

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Old Bethany City Lake (Bethany)

Missouri · 24.6 mi

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Bobwhite Lake State Park

Iowa · 24.6 mi

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Harrison County Lake

Missouri · 26.8 mi

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Elmwood Lake (Milan)

Missouri · 26.8 mi

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Little River Recreatioal Park

Iowa · 27.3 mi

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Sears Community Lake

Missouri · 27.8 mi

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Little River

Iowa · 28.3 mi

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Little River

Iowa · 29.2 mi

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Lake Mahoney (Unionville)

Missouri · 30.1 mi

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Little River

Iowa · 30.1 mi

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Jamesport Community Lake

Missouri · 30.3 mi

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Poosey Conservation Area

Missouri · 30.4 mi

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Ringgold Wildlife Area

Iowa · 32.8 mi

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Ringgold Wildlife Area

Iowa · 32.8 mi

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Poosey Conservation Area

Missouri · 34.2 mi

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Wabash Crossing Access

Missouri · 37.1 mi

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Rathbun Wildlife Management Area

Iowa · 38.0 mi

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Union Ridge Conservation Area

Missouri · 38.5 mi

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Sowards Ford Access

Missouri · 39.2 mi

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Lake Viking Marine Dealer

Missouri · 40.3 mi

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Rathbun Wildlife Management Area

Iowa · 41.4 mi

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Sun Valley Lake

Iowa · 41.5 mi

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Elam Bend Conservation Area

Missouri · 41.6 mi

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Colyn Wildlife Area

Iowa · 42.3 mi

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Rathbun Wildlife Management Area

Iowa · 42.4 mi

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Rathbun Wildlife Management Area

Iowa · 43.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Princeton include Sears Community Lake, Bobwhite Lake State Park, Little River Recreatioal Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Princeton?

Near Princeton 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 Princeton?

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