Best Places to Kayak Near Wadesville, IN

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

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Top Picks Near Wadesville

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

Standout kayak fishing on Hovey Lake

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

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

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

A top-rated lake launch on Loon Pit

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USI Pond

Indiana · 9.4 mi

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New Harmony

Indiana · 10.7 mi

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Burdette Park Lake

Indiana · 11.5 mi

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Pigeon River

Indiana · 11.7 mi

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Dress Plaza

Kentucky · 12.4 mi

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Small Crafter's

Indiana · 12.4 mi

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Dogtown Boat

Indiana · 13.1 mi

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Sherburn Park

Kentucky · 13.1 mi

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Sloughs North Dock

Kentucky · 14.9 mi

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Grassy Pond

Kentucky · 15.4 mi

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area - Dogtown Ferry

Indiana · 15.7 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 15.8 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 16.0 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 16.0 mi

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Indiana · 16.0 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 16.1 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 16.6 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 16.8 mi

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Scaup Pit

Indiana · 16.8 mi

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Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 16.8 mi

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

Grayville

Illinois · 17.6 mi

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

Audubon State Park

Kentucky · 17.6 mi

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Hayes Boat

Kentucky · 17.8 mi

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Angel Mounds Boat

Indiana · 18.7 mi

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

Henderson Riverfront - 2

Kentucky · 18.7 mi

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Henderson Riverfront - 1

Kentucky · 18.8 mi

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Beall Woods State Park

Illinois · 18.8 mi

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Ohio River

Indiana · 21.5 mi

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Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

Indiana · 21.6 mi

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Hovey Lake

Indiana · 23.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Wadesville.

Poseyville, IN7 miCynthiana, IN7 miNew Harmony, IN9 miMount Vernon, IN11 miInglefield, IN11 miHaubstadt, IN12 miGriffin, IN12 miEvansville, IN13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Wadesville include Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area, Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area, Sugar Ridge Fish & Wildlife Area/Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Wadesville?

Near Wadesville 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 Wadesville?

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