Best Places to Kayak Near Taylorsville, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Taylorsville

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City of Shelbyville

Standout kayak fishing on Clear Creek - Shelby Lake

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Willisburg Lake

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

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Sympson Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

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Taylorsville City

Kentucky · 2.6 mi

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Taylorsville Lake Tailwater

Kentucky · 4.7 mi

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Settlers Trace

Kentucky · 5.3 mi

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Possum Ridge

Kentucky · 6.2 mi

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Seaton Valley Paddling Access

Kentucky · 9.5 mi

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Cliffside Paddling Access

Kentucky · 9.6 mi

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Cane Run Canoe Access

Kentucky · 9.7 mi

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Fisherville Canoe Access

Kentucky · 11.1 mi

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Chowning Lane

Kentucky · 11.4 mi

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Creekside Canoe Access

Kentucky · 12.7 mi

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Chenoweth Park

Kentucky · 13.1 mi

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Van Buren

Kentucky · 13.3 mi

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North Beckley Canoe Access

Kentucky · 13.5 mi

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McNeely

Kentucky · 14.3 mi

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Clear Creek Access

Kentucky · 14.5 mi

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Long Run Park

Kentucky · 15.3 mi

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City of Shelbyville

Kentucky · 15.4 mi

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Sympson Lake

Kentucky · 16.7 mi

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Guist Creek Marina

Kentucky · 17.1 mi

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GCL Bank Access

Kentucky · 17.3 mi

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Salt River Boat

Kentucky · 18.0 mi

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Willisburg Lake

Kentucky · 19.3 mi

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Beaver

Kentucky · 21.0 mi

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Cherokee Park

Kentucky · 22.0 mi

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Cox's Park

Kentucky · 23.4 mi

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Boat Sales

Kentucky · 23.7 mi

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Duffy's Landing

Indiana · 23.9 mi

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Anderson County Comm. Park Lake

Kentucky · 26.0 mi

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George Rogers Clark Homesite

Indiana · 27.1 mi

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Springfield Reservoir

Kentucky · 27.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Taylorsville.

Finchville, KY8 miFairfield, KY8 miFisherville, KY9 miMount Washington, KY10 miBloomfield, KY11 miCoxs Creek, KY12 miMount Eden, KY12 miSimpsonville, KY13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Taylorsville include City of Shelbyville, Willisburg Lake, Sympson Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Taylorsville?

Near Taylorsville 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 Taylorsville?

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