Best Places to Kayak Near Saint Francisville, IL

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

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Clark's Landing

Indiana · 2.4 mi

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City of Vincennes Four Lakes Park

Indiana · 9.0 mi

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Vincennes

Indiana · 10.1 mi

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Hazleton

Indiana · 11.0 mi

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Red Hills Lake

Illinois · 11.9 mi

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Red Hills Lake

Illinois · 12.0 mi

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Beall Woods State Park

Illinois · 20.1 mi

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Petersburg

Indiana · 21.9 mi

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East Fork Lake

Illinois · 22.7 mi

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Borah Lake

Illinois · 24.0 mi

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Carnahan

Indiana · 26.5 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 26.8 mi

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Indiana · 27.0 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 27.2 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 27.3 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 27.3 mi

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Oakland City New Lake

Indiana · 27.9 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 28.7 mi

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Grayville

Illinois · 29.9 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 30.8 mi

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Turtle Creek Reservoir

Indiana · 30.9 mi

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Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area - Merom

Indiana · 31.2 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 31.2 mi

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Kraemer Memorial Park

Illinois · 34.3 mi

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Glendale Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 34.7 mi

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Redwing Ponds

Indiana · 35.0 mi

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Cypress Lake

Indiana · 35.1 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 35.1 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 35.2 mi

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Pikeville

Indiana · 35.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Saint Francisville, IL?

Top picks near Saint Francisville include Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area, Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area, Oakland City New Lake. 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 Saint Francisville?

Near Saint Francisville 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 Saint Francisville?

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