Best Places to Kayak Near Sturgis, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Sturgis

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

Standout kayak fishing on Hovey Lake

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Dycusburg

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

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Dixon City Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

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Grangertown Landing

Kentucky · 1.2 mi

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

Caseyville

Kentucky · 4.1 mi

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

VFW Bridge

Kentucky · 5.3 mi

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Old Lock & Dam #50

Kentucky · 7.7 mi

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Moffitt Lake

Kentucky · 8.2 mi

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Mortons Lake

Kentucky · 8.8 mi

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Mauzy Lake

Kentucky · 9.0 mi

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Cave-In-Rock

Illinois · 10.7 mi

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Blackburn

Kentucky · 12.3 mi

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Old Shawneetown

Illinois · 12.7 mi

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Walker Lake

Kentucky · 15.4 mi

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Uniontown Dike

Kentucky · 15.7 mi

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Uniontown

Kentucky · 15.9 mi

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Providence New City Lake

Kentucky · 16.4 mi

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Dixon City Lake

Kentucky · 16.5 mi

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Hovey Lake

Indiana · 16.6 mi

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Lake George

Kentucky · 17.8 mi

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 18.6 mi

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Rosiclare

Illinois · 21.2 mi

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Carrsville

Kentucky · 23.0 mi

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Jones State Lake

Illinois · 23.3 mi

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Clear Creek Ramp

Kentucky · 23.8 mi

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Grassy Pond

Kentucky · 24.4 mi

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Sloughs North Dock

Kentucky · 25.0 mi

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Sherburn Park

Kentucky · 26.8 mi

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

Old Eastwood Ferry

Kentucky · 27.8 mi

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green lake near green mountains under white clouds during daytime

Pinckneyville

Kentucky · 28.4 mi

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Givens Creek

Kentucky · 28.5 mi

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Lake Peewee

Kentucky · 28.5 mi

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Dycusburg

Kentucky · 28.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Sturgis.

Sullivan, KY5 miBlackford, KY8 miWheatcroft, KY8 miClay, KY10 miMorganfield, KY10 miCave In Rock, IL13 miShawneetown, IL15 miUniontown, KY16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Sturgis, KY?

Top picks near Sturgis include Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area, Dycusburg, Dixon City Lake. 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 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.