Best Places to Kayak Near Shullsburg, WI

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

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Top Picks Near Shullsburg

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Lake Le-Aqua-Na

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Park

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

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Spruce Creek Park

A top-rated creek launch on Spruce Creek

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Darlington

Wisconsin · 9.2 mi

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Riverside Road Bridge

Wisconsin · 10.5 mi

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Highway 78

Wisconsin · 11.6 mi

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Sargent Road Bridge

Wisconsin · 16.0 mi

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Upper Mississippi National Wildife and Fish Refuge - Gears Ferry

Illinois · 18.0 mi

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Yellowstone Lake Canoe Launch

Wisconsin · 18.2 mi

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Yellowstone Lake State Park - South

Wisconsin · 18.3 mi

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Yellowstone Lake State Park - North

Wisconsin · 18.4 mi

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Pecatonica River - North

Wisconsin · 18.8 mi

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Woodford

Wisconsin · 19.0 mi

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Argyle

Wisconsin · 20.0 mi

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Ludden Lake

Wisconsin · 20.7 mi

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Massey Park

Iowa · 20.9 mi

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Sunfish Lake

Wisconsin · 21.1 mi

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Frentress Lake

Illinois · 21.1 mi

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Browntown

Wisconsin · 21.2 mi

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AY McDonald Park

Iowa · 21.5 mi

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Hawthorne Street Boat Ramp

Iowa · 21.6 mi

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Chaplin Schmitt Boat Ramp

Iowa · 21.8 mi

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Spruce Creek Park

Iowa · 21.9 mi

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Banfield Bridge

Wisconsin · 22.0 mi

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Millenium Marina

Illinois · 22.1 mi

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Blanding Recreation Area

Illinois · 22.2 mi

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Mid-Town Marina

Illinois · 22.3 mi

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East Dubuque Route 20

Illinois · 22.4 mi

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Chaplin Schmitt Boat Ramp

Iowa · 22.8 mi

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Lake Le-Aqua-Na

Illinois · 22.9 mi

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Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Park

Illinois · 22.9 mi

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Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area

Wisconsin · 23.2 mi

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Pecatonica River

Illinois · 24.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Shullsburg.

Benton, WI6 miScales Mound, IL8 miApple River, IL9 miDarlington, WI10 miGratiot, WI10 miBelmont, WI12 miCuba City, WI13 miWarren, IL14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Shullsburg, WI?

Top picks near Shullsburg include Lake Le-Aqua-Na, Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Park, Spruce Creek Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Shullsburg?

Near Shullsburg 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 Shullsburg?

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