Best Places to Kayak Near Sullivan, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Sullivan

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

Standout kayak fishing on Hovey Lake

LakeBeginner22 mi away
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Dycusburg

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

LakeBeginner27 mi away
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Dixon City Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

LakeBeginner14 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

VFW Bridge

Kentucky · 1.3 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Grangertown Landing

Kentucky · 5.3 mi

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

Caseyville

Kentucky · 7.3 mi

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Moffitt Lake

Kentucky · 7.5 mi

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Old Lock & Dam #50

Kentucky · 8.3 mi

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Mauzy Lake

Kentucky · 9.8 mi

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Mortons Lake

Kentucky · 11.0 mi

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Providence New City Lake

Kentucky · 11.9 mi

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

Cave-In-Rock

Illinois · 12.1 mi

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Walker Lake

Kentucky · 12.7 mi

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Dixon City Lake

Kentucky · 13.7 mi

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Lake George

Kentucky · 15.7 mi

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Blackburn

Kentucky · 16.8 mi

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

Old Shawneetown

Illinois · 17.2 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Uniontown

Kentucky · 19.2 mi

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

Clear Creek Ramp

Kentucky · 19.3 mi

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Uniontown Dike

Kentucky · 19.5 mi

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Hovey Lake

Indiana · 19.9 mi

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 22.0 mi

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Rosiclare

Illinois · 22.6 mi

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Carrsville

Kentucky · 24.4 mi

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Lake Peewee

Kentucky · 24.5 mi

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

Old Eastwood Ferry

Kentucky · 26.0 mi

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A person in a kayak paddling down a river

Dycusburg

Kentucky · 26.9 mi

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green lake near green mountains under white clouds during daytime

Pinckneyville

Kentucky · 26.9 mi

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

Dawson Springs

Kentucky · 26.9 mi

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Sloughs North Dock

Kentucky · 27.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Jones State Lake

Illinois · 27.5 mi

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Grassy Pond

Kentucky · 27.5 mi

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

Lake Beshear

Kentucky · 28.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Sullivan.

Blackford, KY3 miSturgis, KY5 miWheatcroft, KY5 miClay, KY6 miMorganfield, KY12 miProvidence, KY12 miDixon, KY13 miMarion, KY15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Sullivan 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 Sullivan?

Near Sullivan 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 Sullivan?

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