Best Places to Kayak Near Scott City, MO

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

30 nearby21 Lakes5 Rivers2 Canals
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Top Picks Near Scott City

brown wooden dock over body of water1

Headwaters Access

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

CanalBeginner4 mi away
a small cave in the middle of a forest2

Block Hole Access

A top-rated canal launch on Castor River Diversion Channel

CanalBeginner18 mi away
a body of water with land in the distance3

Tywappity Community Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner7 mi away
A view of a river from the side of a dirt road

Thebes Boat Ramp

Illinois · 3.1 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Headwaters Access

Missouri · 3.7 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Tywappity Community Lake

Missouri · 6.8 mi

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a river with trees around it

Red Star Access

Missouri · 7.4 mi

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a small white boat in the water

Horseshoe Lake - Alexander

Illinois · 9.8 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

General Watkins Conservation Area

Missouri · 11.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Horseshoe Lake - Alexander

Illinois · 11.2 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Horseshoe Lake - Alexander

Illinois · 12.6 mi

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a small cave in the middle of a forest

Block Hole Access

Missouri · 17.8 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Lake Girardeau Conservation Area

Missouri · 18.7 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Robert G. Delaney Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · 19.4 mi

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green trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

Mound City

Illinois · 21.5 mi

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a man walking along a pier next to the ocean

Dongola City Reservoir

Illinois · 21.5 mi

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green trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

Olmstead boat ramp

Illinois · 24.0 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Cairo

Illinois · 24.1 mi

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a stream running through a lush green forest

Apple Creek Conservation Area

Missouri · 24.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Humphrey Creek Ramp

Kentucky · 25.0 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Little Turner Lake

Kentucky · 25.6 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Goose Pond

Kentucky · 25.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Butler Lake

Kentucky · 25.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Flat Lake

Kentucky · 25.7 mi

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a person in a kayak paddling on a lake

Fish Lake

Kentucky · 25.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Castor Lake Ramp

Kentucky · 25.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Old Plantation Access

Missouri · 25.9 mi

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a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Big Turner Lake - 2

Kentucky · 26.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Castor Lake

Kentucky · 26.2 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Buck Lake

Kentucky · 26.3 mi

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a group of young boys paddling canoes on a lake

Big Turner Lake - 3

Kentucky · 26.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Mitchell Lake 3

Kentucky · 26.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Fish Lake Drain

Kentucky · 26.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Scott City.

Kelso, MO2 miCommerce, MO5 miThebes, IL7 miChaffee, MO7 miMc Clure, IL7 miCape Girardeau, MO8 miDutchtown, MO8 miOlive Branch, IL10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Scott City, MO?

Top picks near Scott City include Headwaters Access, Block Hole Access, Tywappity Community Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Scott City?

Near Scott City 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 Scott City?

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