Best Places to Kayak Near Wickliffe, KY

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

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Top Picks Near Wickliffe

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Goose Pond

Standout kayak fishing on Ballard Wildlife Management Area

LakeBeginner14 mi away
green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime2

Little Turner Lake

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

LakeBeginner15 mi away
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Buck Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, camping

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Wickliffe Water Front

Kentucky · 4.3 mi

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

Fish Lake Drain

Kentucky · 5.6 mi

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Bird's Blue Hole

Missouri · 6.0 mi

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Buck Lake

Kentucky · 6.3 mi

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

Flat Lake

Kentucky · 6.9 mi

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

Jos Hunter Moore Access

Missouri · 7.0 mi

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Fish Lake

Kentucky · 7.1 mi

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

Cairo

Illinois · 8.5 mi

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Doug Travis Water Management Area

Kentucky · 9.9 mi

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

Ballard WMA Pond

Kentucky · 10.2 mi

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Mound City

Illinois · 11.3 mi

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Fish Lake

Kentucky · 11.3 mi

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Black Lake

Kentucky · 11.9 mi

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

Humphrey Creek Ramp

Kentucky · 12.1 mi

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

Mitchell Lake 3

Kentucky · 12.7 mi

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Willow Slough

Kentucky · 12.9 mi

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

Mitchell Lake 2

Kentucky · 13.0 mi

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

Castor Lake Ramp

Kentucky · 13.2 mi

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

Castor Lake

Kentucky · 13.2 mi

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

Butler Lake

Kentucky · 13.3 mi

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

Mitchell Lake 1

Kentucky · 13.4 mi

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

Ballard Slough

Kentucky · 13.5 mi

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Big Turner Lake - 2

Kentucky · 13.8 mi

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Big Turner Lake - 3

Kentucky · 14.2 mi

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Olmstead boat ramp

Illinois · 14.4 mi

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Goose Pond

Kentucky · 14.4 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Little Turner Lake

Kentucky · 14.6 mi

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

Big Turner Lake 1

Kentucky · 14.7 mi

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

Shelby Lake

Kentucky · 15.0 mi

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Columbus - Belmont State Park

Kentucky · 15.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Wickliffe.

Barlow, KY6 miBardwell, KY7 miLa Center, KY8 miCunningham, KY9 miCairo, IL10 miLovelaceville, KY10 miKevil, KY11 miMound City, IL11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Wickliffe include Goose Pond, Little Turner Lake, Buck 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 Wickliffe?

Near Wickliffe 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 Wickliffe?

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