Best Places to Kayak Near South Union, KY

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

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Top Picks Near South Union

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

Lake Malone State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Lake Malone

LakeBeginner25 mi away

woman in blue shirt and blue denim jeans riding orange kayak on water during daytime

Shady Cliff

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

LakeBeginner24 mi away

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

Briggs Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

LakeBeginner10 mi away

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Hullett Lane Carrydown

Kentucky · 8.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Saddler Ford Carrydown

Kentucky · 9.3 mi

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

Briggs Lake

Kentucky · 9.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Ditmore Road Carrydown

Kentucky · 11.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Woody Atkinson Road Carrydown

Kentucky · 12.0 mi

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A lake surrounded by lots of trees in a forest

Franklin

Kentucky · 12.4 mi

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Basil Griffin Park

Kentucky · 12.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Morgantown Bridge Carrydown

Kentucky · 12.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Highway 622 Access

Kentucky · 13.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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Lonnie White

Kentucky · 14.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Duncan Road Ford Carrydown

Kentucky · 14.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Phil Moore Park Carrydown #2

Kentucky · 14.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a kayak in the water with a fallen tree in the background

Boat Landing Road

Kentucky · 15.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

State Street Bridge Access

Kentucky · 15.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Phill Moore Park

Kentucky · 15.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Romanza Johnson Park

Kentucky · 15.7 mi

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Potter/Combs

Kentucky · 15.8 mi

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Greencastle

Kentucky · 17.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

A person in a red boat on a river

Beach Bend Campground

Kentucky · 17.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Woodbury

Kentucky · 21.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a view of a lake from a kayak

Riverside

Kentucky · 21.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a person in a kayak paddling on a lake

Spa Lake

Kentucky · 21.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Woodbury - Lock & Dam #4 Fishing Access

Kentucky · 21.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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Honakers Ferry

Kentucky · 23.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Matinsville Ford

Kentucky · 23.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a group of young boys paddling canoes on a lake

Shanty Hollow Lake

Kentucky · 23.9 mi

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woman in blue shirt and blue denim jeans riding orange kayak on water during daytime

Shady Cliff

Kentucky · 24.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Lock & Dam #5

Kentucky · 24.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Bear Creek

Kentucky · 24.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Lake Malone State Park

Kentucky · 25.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of South Union.

Auburn, KY4 mi Woodburn, KY5 mi Rockfield, KY6 mi Franklin, KY11 mi Russellville, KY13 mi Drake, KY14 mi Bowling Green, KY14 mi Alvaton, KY16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near South Union, KY?

Top picks near South Union include Lake Malone State Park, Shady Cliff, Briggs Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near South Union?

Near South Union 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 South Union?

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