Kayak and canoe launches on Green River Lake, Kentucky

13 launch sites on Green River Lake from Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. 3 are listed as hand, car-top or paddlecraft launches. 4 are trailer ramps.

Fees: 8 list no fee, 5 list a fee, 0 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.

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• Arnolds Landing Ramp · Boat ramp (small boats)
  No fee listed by Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  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)

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Butler Creek Ramp · Boat ramp (small boats)
  No fee listed by Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  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)

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Elkhorn Ramp · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Emerald Isle Marina · Boat ramp (small boats)
  Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • 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)

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Holmes Bend Ramp · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • 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)

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Pikes Ridge · Boat ramp (small boats)
  Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 118 m (390 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -15 ft (about 4% average grade)

  • Long carry: a kayak cart or stern wheels saves your back on a long, fairly flat walk. (REI Expert Advice)
  • 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)

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Ramp #1 · Boat ramp (small boats)
  Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 107 m (350 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -12 ft (about 3% average grade)

  • Long carry: a kayak cart or stern wheels saves your back on a long, fairly flat walk. (REI Expert Advice)
  • 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)

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Smith Ridge · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • 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)

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Snake Creek (on Green River Lake WMA) · Boat ramp (small boats)
  No fee listed by Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  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)

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• State Marina · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• State Park/Lone Valley Site · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • 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)

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• White Oak Ramp GRL · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Wilson Creek · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

Kentucky paddling rules
Registration, permits, life jackets and AIS stickers

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Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.