Best Places to Kayak Near Stoy, IL

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

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Kraemer Memorial Park

Illinois · 12.3 mi

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

Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area - Merom

Indiana · 14.6 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Sam Parr Lake

Illinois · 15.4 mi

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Sam Parr Lake

Illinois · 15.5 mi

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a lake surrounded by trees

Turtle Creek Reservoir

Indiana · 16.6 mi

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Red Hills Lake

Illinois · 18.6 mi

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a lake with a purple sky and trees in the background

Red Hills Lake

Illinois · 18.7 mi

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Borah Lake

Illinois · 19.7 mi

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East Fork Lake

Illinois · 20.2 mi

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Lincoln Trail Lake

Illinois · 24.3 mi

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Lincoln Trail Lake

Illinois · 24.8 mi

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Newton Lake

Illinois · 25.2 mi

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Newton Lake

Illinois · 26.5 mi

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a river with a few birds

Vincennes

Indiana · 26.9 mi

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City of Vincennes Four Lakes Park

Indiana · 28.4 mi

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Clark's Landing

Indiana · 30.0 mi

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Narrow Pit (Greene-Sullivan)

Indiana · 30.9 mi

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Mill Creek Lake

Illinois · 31.0 mi

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a beach with a body of water

No. 26 Reservoir

Indiana · 31.7 mi

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Tulip Pit (Greene-Sullivan)

Indiana · 32.0 mi

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Morris Chapel Pit

Indiana · 32.1 mi

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Crystal Lake

Indiana · 33.2 mi

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Moss Lake

Indiana · 34.0 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Carnahan

Indiana · 34.8 mi

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Lake Charleston Spillway Park

Illinois · 35.9 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Charleston Side Channel

Illinois · 36.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Hazleton

Indiana · 38.4 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Fairbanks Park

Indiana · 38.6 mi

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body of water

Green Valley Public Fishing Area

Indiana · 39.5 mi

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a river with a few birds

Elnora

Indiana · 39.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Stoy include Green Valley Public Fishing Area, Turtle Creek Reservoir, No. 26 Reservoir. 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 Stoy?

Near Stoy 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 Stoy?

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