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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Old Providence Road Ramp

Kentucky · 1.0 mi

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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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Blackford Ramp

Kentucky · 7.8 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 Boat Ramp

Kentucky · 10.7 mi

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

Cave-In-Rock

Illinois · 10.7 mi

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Fishtrap Bridge Access

Kentucky · 11.5 mi

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Blackburn

Kentucky · 12.3 mi

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

Old Shawneetown

Illinois · 12.7 mi

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Old Shawneetown Boat Ramp

Kentucky · 12.7 mi

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Montezuma Bridge - Hwy 120

Kentucky · 13.4 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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Bellville Road Access

Kentucky · 15.8 mi

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Uniontown

Kentucky · 15.9 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Providence New City Lake

Kentucky · 16.4 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Dixon City Lake

Kentucky · 16.5 mi

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Hovey Lake Access Site

Kentucky · 16.6 mi

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Hovey Lake

Indiana · 16.6 mi

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Highland Creek Unit Pond

Kentucky · 17.7 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

Lake George

Kentucky · 17.8 mi

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Towry Bridge Access

Kentucky · 18.1 mi

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 18.6 mi

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Elizabethtown Ferry

Kentucky · 18.9 mi

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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.