Best Places to Kayak Near Sorento, IL
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Sorento, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Sorento
Governor Bond Lake
Illinois · 9.2 mi
Governor Bond Lake
Illinois · 9.8 mi
Coffeen Lake
Illinois · 10.1 mi
Coffeen Lake
Illinois · 11.4 mi
Mt. Olive Old City Lake
Illinois · 12.5 mi
Staunton City Lake
Illinois · 12.7 mi
Mt. Olive New City Lake
Illinois · 14.0 mi
Lou Yaeger Lake
Illinois · 15.3 mi
Lake Hillsboro
Illinois · 15.4 mi
Silver Lake (Highland)
Illinois · 15.5 mi
Glenn Shoals Lake
Illinois · 15.8 mi
Lou Yaeger Lake
Illinois · 16.0 mi
Glenn Shoals Lake
Illinois · 18.5 mi
Gillespie Old City Lake
Illinois · 20.1 mi
Gillespie New City Lake
Illinois · 20.6 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 21.6 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 22.1 mi
Vandalia Lake
Illinois · 22.6 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 22.7 mi
Bunker Hill Lake
Illinois · 22.7 mi
Vandalia Lake
Illinois · 22.8 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 23.5 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 24.1 mi
Lake Carlinville #1
Illinois · 24.4 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 24.9 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 25.0 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 25.7 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 26.0 mi
Boulder Access Marina
Illinois · 26.1 mi
Carlyle Lake
Illinois · 26.2 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Sorento, IL?
Top picks near Sorento include Mt. Olive Old City Lake, Silver Lake (Highland), Bunker Hill Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes.
What types of paddling can I do near Sorento?
Near Sorento 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 Sorento?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Sorento are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.