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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Winford WMA

Kentucky · 3.6 mi

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Wickliffe Water Front

Kentucky · 4.3 mi

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Fish Lake Drain

Kentucky · 5.6 mi

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Bird's Blue Hole

Missouri · 6.0 mi

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Black Wolf Swamp Ramp

Kentucky · 6.1 mi

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Buck Lake

Kentucky · 6.3 mi

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Swan Lake

Kentucky · 6.4 mi

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Flat Lake

Kentucky · 6.9 mi

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Jos Hunter Moore Access

Missouri · 7.0 mi

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Ft. Defiance State Park Ramp

Kentucky · 7.0 mi

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Fish Lake

Kentucky · 7.1 mi

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Long Pond

Kentucky · 7.1 mi

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First Lake Ramp

Kentucky · 7.2 mi

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Burnt Pond

Kentucky · 7.6 mi

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Cairo

Illinois · 8.5 mi

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Forked Lake

Kentucky · 9.1 mi

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Doug Travis Water Management Area

Kentucky · 9.9 mi

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Ballard WMA Pond

Kentucky · 10.2 mi

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Holloway Landing

Kentucky · 10.4 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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Indian Camp Lake

Kentucky · 11.5 mi

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Black Lake

Kentucky · 11.9 mi

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Humphrey Creek Ramp

Kentucky · 12.1 mi

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Number 4 Lake

Kentucky · 12.1 mi

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Mitchell Lake 3

Kentucky · 12.7 mi

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Willow Slough

Kentucky · 12.9 mi

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Mitchell Lake 2

Kentucky · 13.0 mi

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Castor Lake Ramp

Kentucky · 13.2 mi

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Castor Lake

Kentucky · 13.2 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Wickliffe include Buck Lake, Fish Lake, Willow Slough. 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.