Best Places to Kayak Near Willmar, MN

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

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Foot Lake

Minnesota · 0.6 mi

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Foot Lake, County Road 41

Minnesota · 0.6 mi

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Robbins Island

Minnesota · 1.1 mi

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Willmar Lake

Minnesota · 1.2 mi

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Berg Beach

Minnesota · 3.3 mi

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Eagle Lake

Minnesota · 3.3 mi

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East Solomon Lake

Minnesota · 3.4 mi

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Point Lake

Minnesota · 4.4 mi

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Long Lake (North)

Minnesota · 5.4 mi

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Lake Wakanda (North)

Minnesota · 5.9 mi

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Lake Wakanda (South)

Minnesota · 7.0 mi

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Henderson Lake

Minnesota · 7.2 mi

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Elkhorn Lake

Minnesota · 7.3 mi

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Ringo Lake

Minnesota · 7.3 mi

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Little Kandiyohi Lake

Minnesota · 7.6 mi

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Florida Slough

Minnesota · 7.6 mi

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George Lake

Minnesota · 8.3 mi

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Florida Lake

Minnesota · 8.3 mi

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Kandiyohi County Park No. 4 (Southwest)

Minnesota · 8.5 mi

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Nest Lake (West)

Minnesota · 8.8 mi

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Green Lake (South)

Minnesota · 9.1 mi

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Bass Lake

Minnesota · 9.5 mi

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Minnetaga Lake

Minnesota · 9.6 mi

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Kandiyohi County Park No. 3 (West)

Minnesota · 10.0 mi

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Swenson Lake

Minnesota · 10.0 mi

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Nest Lake (East)

Minnesota · 10.1 mi

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Green Lake (Northwest)

Minnesota · 10.6 mi

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Kandiyohi County Park No. 2 (East)

Minnesota · 11.1 mi

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Kandiyohi County Park No. 1 (West)

Minnesota · 11.2 mi

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Andrew Lake (South)

Minnesota · 11.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Willmar, MN?

Top picks near Willmar include Green Lake (South), Foot Lake, Foot Lake, County Road 41. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Willmar?

Near Willmar 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 Willmar?

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