Best Places to Kayak Near Walnut, KS

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

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Top Picks Near Walnut

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

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

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

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Pool 3

Kansas · 8.8 mi

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Wildlife Area Pool 1

Kansas · 9.0 mi

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Pool 3

Kansas · 9.3 mi

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Crawford State Fishing Lake-2

Kansas · 12.7 mi

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Crawford State Fishing Lake-1

Kansas · 13.3 mi

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Bourbon State Fishing Lake

Kansas · 13.6 mi

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Neosho State Fishing Lake

Kansas · 14.6 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 6

Kansas · 19.7 mi

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West Lake Road

Kansas · 20.5 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 20.6 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 20.8 mi

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Lake Parson

Kansas · 20.9 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 21.0 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 21.0 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1

Kansas · 21.4 mi

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Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 4

Kansas · 25.4 mi

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Shawnee Trail Conservation Area

Missouri · 26.6 mi

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Shawnee Trail Conservation Area

Missouri · 27.4 mi

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Shawnee Trail Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.4 mi

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Timber Hill

Kansas · 30.7 mi

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Mound Valley

Kansas · 32.3 mi

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Bushwhacker Lake Conservation Area

Missouri · 34.9 mi

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

Carl Junction Access

Missouri · 39.5 mi

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Radio Springs Lake (Nevada)

Missouri · 39.9 mi

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Izaac Walton Lake (Nevada)

Missouri · 41.3 mi

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Stones Corner Access

Missouri · 41.7 mi

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Riverton Dam

Kansas · 41.7 mi

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Lamar Access

Missouri · 42.7 mi

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Cephas Ford Access

Missouri · 44.9 mi

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Montgomery State Fishing Lake

Kansas · 46.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Walnut.

Hepler, KS5 miStark, KS8 miSaint Paul, KS9 miFarlington, KS11 miErie, KS11 miGirard, KS12 miSavonburg, KS12 miUniontown, KS15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Walnut, KS?

Top picks near Walnut include Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1, Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1, Mined Land Wildlife Area-Unit 1. 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 Walnut?

Near Walnut 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 Walnut?

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