Best Places to Kayak Near Sturgis, KY
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Sturgis, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Sturgis
Old Providence Road Ramp
Kentucky · 1.0 mi
Grangertown Landing
Kentucky · 1.2 mi

Caseyville
Kentucky · 4.1 mi

VFW Bridge
Kentucky · 5.3 mi
Old Lock & Dam #50
Kentucky · 7.7 mi
Blackford Ramp
Kentucky · 7.8 mi
Moffitt Lake
Kentucky · 8.2 mi
Mortons Lake
Kentucky · 8.8 mi
Mauzy Lake
Kentucky · 9.0 mi
Cave-In-Rock Boat Ramp
Kentucky · 10.7 mi

Cave-In-Rock
Illinois · 10.7 mi
Fishtrap Bridge Access
Kentucky · 11.5 mi
Blackburn
Kentucky · 12.3 mi

Old Shawneetown
Illinois · 12.7 mi
Old Shawneetown Boat Ramp
Kentucky · 12.7 mi
Montezuma Bridge - Hwy 120
Kentucky · 13.4 mi
Walker Lake
Kentucky · 15.4 mi
Uniontown Dike
Kentucky · 15.7 mi
Bellville Road Access
Kentucky · 15.8 mi
Uniontown
Kentucky · 15.9 mi
Providence New City Lake
Kentucky · 16.4 mi
Dixon City Lake
Kentucky · 16.5 mi
Hovey Lake Access Site
Kentucky · 16.6 mi
Hovey Lake
Indiana · 16.6 mi
Highland Creek Unit Pond
Kentucky · 17.7 mi
Lake George
Kentucky · 17.8 mi
Towry Bridge Access
Kentucky · 18.1 mi
Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area
Indiana · 18.6 mi
Elizabethtown Ferry
Kentucky · 18.9 mi
Hovey Lake - Carry Down
Indiana · 19.1 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Sturgis, KY?
Top picks near Sturgis include Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area, Dixon City Lake, Walker Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.
What types of paddling can I do near Sturgis?
Near Sturgis 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 Sturgis?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Sturgis are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.