Best Places to Kayak Near Urbana, IN

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

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Top Picks Near Urbana

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Pearson Mill

Standout kayak fishing on Mississinewa Lake

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Lagro/Tailwater

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

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Clare Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

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Lagro

Indiana · 4.4 mi

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Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area - Laketon

Indiana · 6.8 mi

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Lagro/Tailwater

Indiana · 6.9 mi

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Hominy Ridge Lake

Indiana · 7.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Mount Hope

Indiana · 7.9 mi

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Andrews

Indiana · 7.9 mi

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Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area - Bear Grass

Indiana · 8.2 mi

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Dora

Indiana · 8.5 mi

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Wabash

Indiana · 8.5 mi

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Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area - Liberty Mills

Indiana · 9.0 mi

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Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area - Old Mill Site

Indiana · 10.1 mi

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Lost Bridge State Recreation Area

Indiana · 10.4 mi

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Lost Bridge East

Indiana · 11.5 mi

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Memorial Park North Pond

Indiana · 12.5 mi

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Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area - Omar Cole (Peru)

Indiana · 13.3 mi

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Mount Etna

Indiana · 13.4 mi

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

South Whitley

Indiana · 14.3 mi

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Clare Lake

Indiana · 14.5 mi

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Chili Canoe Site

Indiana · 14.8 mi

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Kil-So-Quah

Indiana · 15.9 mi

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Frances Slocum

Indiana · 16.1 mi

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Pearson Mill

Indiana · 16.4 mi

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J. Edward Roush Lake (Little Turtle)

Indiana · 16.6 mi

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Red Bridge

Indiana · 16.9 mi

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Miami State Recreation Area

Indiana · 17.0 mi

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Miami

Indiana · 17.2 mi

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Bostwick Pond

Indiana · 17.3 mi

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Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 17.7 mi

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JE Roush FWA

Indiana · 18.8 mi

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Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 19.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Urbana.

Servia, IN4 miLagro, IN6 miLaketon, IN7 miNorth Manchester, IN7 miBippus, IN7 miRoann, IN7 miAndrews, IN8 miWabash, IN9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Urbana, IN?

Top picks near Urbana include Pearson Mill, Lagro/Tailwater, Clare Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Urbana?

Near Urbana 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 Urbana?

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