Best Places to Kayak Near Scottville, IL

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

30 nearby24 Lakes5 Rivers1 Reservoir
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Top Picks Near Scottville

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Greenfield City Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Bunker Hill Lake

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

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Mt. Olive Old City Lake

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

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Palmyra-Modesto Lake

Illinois · 7.3 mi

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Greenfield City Lake

Illinois · 10.9 mi

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Otter Lake Park

Illinois · 11.1 mi

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Roodhouse Park Lake

Illinois · 14.3 mi

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Lake Jacksonville

Illinois · 14.7 mi

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White Hall City Lake

Illinois · 15.3 mi

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Beaver Dam Lake

Illinois · 19.5 mi

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Lake Carlinville #1

Illinois · 20.8 mi

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Gillespie New City Lake

Illinois · 25.7 mi

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Gillespie Old City Lake

Illinois · 26.1 mi

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Lake Springfield

Illinois · 26.7 mi

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Ashland New Reservoir

Illinois · 27.3 mi

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Pearl - East

Illinois · 27.4 mi

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Pearl - West

Illinois · 27.5 mi

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Lake Springfield

Illinois · 27.9 mi

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Boat Dock Road

Illinois · 29.3 mi

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Kampsville

Illinois · 30.0 mi

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Lake Springfield

Illinois · 30.0 mi

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Bunker Hill Lake

Illinois · 30.2 mi

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Mt. Olive New City Lake

Illinois · 31.5 mi

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Lake Springfield

Illinois · 31.9 mi

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Lake Springfield

Illinois · 32.1 mi

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Lake Springfield

Illinois · 32.2 mi

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Lou Yaeger Lake

Illinois · 32.6 mi

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Gridley Lake

Illinois · 33.0 mi

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Mt. Olive Old City Lake

Illinois · 33.1 mi

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Lou Yaeger Lake

Illinois · 33.1 mi

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Lake Springfield

Illinois · 33.2 mi

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Lake Sangchris

Illinois · 33.4 mi

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Bob Mitchell Street

Illinois · 33.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Scottville.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Scottville, IL?

Top picks near Scottville include Greenfield City Lake, Bunker Hill Lake, Mt. Olive Old City 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 Scottville?

Near Scottville 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 Scottville?

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