Best Places to Kayak Near Union, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Union

Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks1

Arnold Creek Launching

Standout kayak fishing on Arnold Creek

CreekBeginner8 mi away
brown wooden pallet2

Catalina Harbor

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

LakeBeginner13 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees3

Mariners Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, picnic area

LakeBeginner13 mi away
a person in a kayak on a lake with trees and a sunset

Camp Ernst Lake

Kentucky · 3.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Big Bone State Park

Kentucky · 4.2 mi

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

Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access

Kentucky · 4.4 mi

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

Boone's Landing

Kentucky · 6.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with a few birds

Rising Sun Municipal Park

Indiana · 6.9 mi

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

Arnold Creek Launching

Indiana · 8.3 mi

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a frozen lake surrounded by trees and snow

Patriot Launch

Indiana · 8.5 mi

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

Doe Run

Kentucky · 9.9 mi

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

Holiday Hills Resort and Marina

Indiana · 10.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Anderson Ferry

Ohio · 10.7 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with trees

Camp Shore Campground

Indiana · 10.9 mi

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A person in a kayak paddling down a river

Bullock Pen Lake

Kentucky · 11.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Petersburg

Kentucky · 11.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with a few birds

Lesko Park

Indiana · 11.8 mi

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

Big Sugar Creek

Kentucky · 11.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a bridge over a river with trees in the background

Aurora Marina

Indiana · 11.9 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Riverside Boat Launch

Ohio · 12.0 mi

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

Tanners Creek Launch

Indiana · 12.3 mi

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

Sunset Bay Marina

Indiana · 12.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Mariners Landing

Ohio · 12.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees with yellow leaves

Bryant Creek Launching

Indiana · 12.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a forest filled with trees

Laughrey Public Access South

Indiana · 12.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden pallet

Catalina Harbor

Ohio · 13.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
man in black t-shirt standing on rock looking at the city during daytime

Great Miami Swamp at Shawnee Lookout

Ohio · 13.6 mi

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

Kenton Co. Park (Locust Pike Park)

Kentucky · 14.2 mi

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a kayak in the water with a fallen tree in the background

Warsaw City

Kentucky · 14.5 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Fredericks Landing

Kentucky · 14.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of river between trees

Public Landing - Ohio River - Cincinnati

Ohio · 16.1 mi

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gray concrete rocksc

Smuggler's Cove Marina

Kentucky · 16.2 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Craigs Creek

Kentucky · 16.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Union.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Union include Arnold Creek Launching, Catalina Harbor, Mariners Landing. 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 Union?

Near Union 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 Union?

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