Best Places to Kayak Near Quincy, KY

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

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Garrison

Kentucky · 3.4 mi

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Shawnee State Park - Marina

Ohio · 3.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Mill Pond Creek Access

Kentucky · 5.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

McDowells Creek Park Access

Kentucky · 5.8 mi

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Shawnee State Park - Roosevelt Lake

Ohio · 7.8 mi

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Shawnee State Park - Turkey Creek Lake

Ohio · 8.6 mi

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Portsmouth Public Ramp

Kentucky · 9.0 mi

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Portsmouth Court Street Landing

Ohio · 9.0 mi

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Offnere St. Ramp/Doyle's Landing Boat Ramp

Ohio · 9.4 mi

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Salt Lick Creek

Kentucky · 11.8 mi

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Burkes Point

Ohio · 13.1 mi

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Greenup Lock and Dam

Kentucky · 13.2 mi

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Ginat Run Public Ramp

Ohio · 13.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Raccoon

Kentucky · 14.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Leatherwood Branch Park Access

Kentucky · 14.4 mi

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Greenup

Kentucky · 14.6 mi

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Rome Village Boat Ramp

Ohio · 15.1 mi

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Greenbo Lake State Park

Kentucky · 15.4 mi

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Dam area - Greenbo Lake State Park

Kentucky · 16.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

KY-344 Roadside Park

Kentucky · 16.7 mi

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Carter Caves State Park

Kentucky · 17.9 mi

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Smoky Valley/Carter Caves Lake

Kentucky · 18.0 mi

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Ohio Brush Creek Public Ramp

Kentucky · 18.9 mi

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Yates Landing

Ohio · 18.9 mi

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Pactolus

Kentucky · 20.4 mi

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Olive Hill

Kentucky · 22.5 mi

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Olive Hill Carrydown

Kentucky · 22.9 mi

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Ironton Public Ramp

Kentucky · 23.4 mi

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Center Street Landing

Ohio · 23.4 mi

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Mineral Springs Lake Resort

Ohio · 25.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Quincy, KY?

Top picks near Quincy include Center Street Landing, Portsmouth Court Street Landing, Shawnee State Park - Marina. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, creeks, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Quincy?

Near Quincy 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 Quincy?

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