Best Places to Kayak Near Waddy, KY

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

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Guist Creek Marina

Kentucky · 7.2 mi

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River Road Access

Kentucky · 7.3 mi

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GCL Bank Access

Kentucky · 7.8 mi

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Palmer Road Access

Kentucky · 8.4 mi

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Clear Creek Access

Kentucky · 8.4 mi

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Van Buren

Kentucky · 9.2 mi

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Possum Ridge

Kentucky · 9.6 mi

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Chowning Lane

Kentucky · 9.6 mi

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City of Shelbyville

Kentucky · 10.0 mi

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Salt River Access 2

Kentucky · 10.5 mi

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Settlers Trace

Kentucky · 10.6 mi

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Beaver

Kentucky · 11.1 mi

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Taylorsville Lake Tailwater

Kentucky · 11.6 mi

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Lower Sportsman's Lake

Kentucky · 12.1 mi

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Upper Sportman's Lake

Kentucky · 12.2 mi

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Anderson County Comm. Park Lake

Kentucky · 13.0 mi

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Taylorsville City

Kentucky · 13.6 mi

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Lee's Dock

Kentucky · 14.5 mi

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Benson Creek

Kentucky · 14.9 mi

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Frankfort Dock

Kentucky · 15.0 mi

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Clifton

Kentucky · 16.5 mi

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Fint's

Kentucky · 16.7 mi

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Bloomfield Park Lake

Kentucky · 17.0 mi

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Steele Branch

Kentucky · 18.8 mi

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Kentucky River Campgrounds

Kentucky · 18.8 mi

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Willisburg Lake

Kentucky · 19.3 mi

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Long Run Park

Kentucky · 19.3 mi

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Elkhorn Campground Access

Kentucky · 19.5 mi

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Fisherville Canoe Access

Kentucky · 19.8 mi

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William F. Miles Wood Duck Lake

Kentucky · 20.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Waddy include City of Shelbyville, Willisburg Lake, Van Buren. 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 Waddy?

Near Waddy 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 Waddy?

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