Best Places to Kayak Near Rolling Meadows, IL

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

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Top Picks Near Rolling Meadows

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Murphy Street

Standout kayak fishing on Bangs Lake

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Park Street

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

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Northwestern Woods Canoe Landing

Just 7 miles from Rolling Meadows — the closest quality launch

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Busse Lake

Illinois · 3.3 mi

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Busse Lake

Illinois · 3.5 mi

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Illinois · 6.0 mi

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Allison Wood Boat Launch

Illinois · 7.1 mi

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Beck Lake

Illinois · 7.5 mi

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Northwestern Woods Canoe Landing

Illinois · 7.5 mi

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Big Bend Lake Boat Ramp

Illinois · 7.5 mi

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Sandy Point

Illinois · 10.0 mi

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Irving Park Road Canoe Landing

Illinois · 11.7 mi

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Diamond Lake

Illinois · 12.3 mi

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Skokie Lagoons Watershed

Illinois · 12.8 mi

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Welch Circle

Illinois · 12.9 mi

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Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve

Illinois · 13.0 mi

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Fox 14 Marina Fox River

Illinois · 13.7 mi

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Fox River Forest Preserve

Illinois · 14.0 mi

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Port Barrington Forest Preserve

Illinois · 14.3 mi

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Park Avenue Boating Ramp

Illinois · 14.4 mi

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Murphy Street

Illinois · 14.4 mi

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Park Street

Illinois · 14.5 mi

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Marina Street

Illinois · 14.5 mi

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Cook Memorial Park boat ramp

Illinois · 14.8 mi

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Madison Avenue

Illinois · 14.8 mi

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Center Street

Illinois · 15.0 mi

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Lloyd Park/Boat Ramp

Illinois · 15.1 mi

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Fox 14 Marina

Illinois · 15.2 mi

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Maywood Grove Canoe Landing

Illinois · 15.9 mi

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Boat ramp

Illinois · 16.0 mi

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Jon. J. Duerr Forest Preserve

Illinois · 16.1 mi

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Lake Atwood Boat Launch

Illinois · 16.3 mi

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Inependence Grove Boat Ramp

Illinois · 16.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Rolling Meadows.

Arlington Heights, IL3 miMount Prospect, IL4 miSchaumburg, IL4 miElk Grove Village, IL5 miPalatine, IL5 miHoffman Estates, IL5 miProspect Heights, IL6 miWheeling, IL6 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Rolling Meadows, IL?

Top picks near Rolling Meadows include Murphy Street, Park Street, Northwestern Woods Canoe Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Rolling Meadows?

Near Rolling Meadows 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 Rolling Meadows?

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