Indiana kayak and canoe launch sites

757 public launch sites in Indiana from Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. 106 are listed as hand, car-top or carry-in launches. 651 are trailer ramps.

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Waterbodies with the most launches

Wabash River (33), White River (28), Ohio River (28), St. Joseph River (23), Tippecanoe River (18), East Fork White River (15), Elkhart River (15), Patoka Lake (11), Brookville Lake (10), Kankakee River (10), Eel River (9), Monroe Lake (9), Patoka River (9), Wildcat Creek (8), Pigeon River (7), Lake Michigan (6), Sugar Creek (5), Big Blue River (5), Salamonie Lake (5), Cecil M Harden Lake (5), Muscatatuck River (5), Hardy Lake (4), Beaver Dam Lake (4), Mississinewa Lake (4), Long Lake (4), Bass Lake (3), Deep River (3), Blue River (3), Cagles Mill Lake (3), Cedar Creek (3)

Launches A to Z

• 116th Street · White River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Adam's Mill · Wildcat Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Adams Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Adamsboro Bridge · Eel River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Airline Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Alcoa · Ohio River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Alder Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Aldrich Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Allen Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Allen's Creek · Monroe Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Alpha Ramp · Hardy Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Alton · Ohio River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Anderson River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Andrews · Wabash River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Apple Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Appleman Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Arm Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Ashby Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Atterbury FWA · Sugar Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Attica · Wabash River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Atwood Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Aubbeenaubbee Public Access Site · Tippecanoe River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Azalia Bridge · East Fork White River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Backwater Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Baintertown Hydro · Elkhart River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Baintertown Park · Elkhart River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Ball Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Banning Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Barrel-and-a-Half Lake · Barrel-and-a-Half-Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Barrett Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bass Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bass Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bass Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bass Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bass Pond · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Baugo Bay · St. Joseph River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bear Grass · Eel River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bear Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bear Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Beardsley Park · St. Joseph River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beaver Bottom · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beaver Dam Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beaver Dam Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beaver Dam Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beaver Dam Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beaver Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bedford · East Fork White River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bell Ford · East Fork White River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bell Pond · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Benefiel Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Benton · Elkhart River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Benton Hydro · Elkhart River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Benton Spillway · Elkhart River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bethel Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bicentennial Nature Park Big Pond · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bicentennial Park · Deep River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Bower Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Big Chapman Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Lake (Walter Langhor) · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Long Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Otter Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Piney Pond · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Turkey Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bill Newton Public Access Site · Driftwood River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bischoff Reservoir · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bixler Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Black Cat Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Grass FWA Bird Dog Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Grass FWA Bird Dog Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Grass FWA Blue Grass Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Grass FWA Blue Grass Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Grass FWA Kansas Rd · Loon Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Grass FWA New Harmony Rd · Loon Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Grass FWA Ringneck Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue River Chapel · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue River Public Access Site · Ohio River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bluebird Pit · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Bobcat Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Boone's Pond · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bristol · St. Joseph River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: Indiana DNR Public Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

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