Paddling in Mississippi
Explore 461 kayak launches, boat ramps, and paddling destinations across Mississippi.
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Back Bay Biloxi
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Biloxi
American Legion Post 139 - Clement R. Bontemps Fishing Pier
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Stennis Space Center
Bayou Caddy Marina
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Lakeshore
Bordages Marina
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Lakeshore
Turtle Landing Fish Camp
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Pearlington
Forrest Avenue Pier
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Biloxi
Bay Marina
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Bay Saint Louis
Indian Point RV Resort
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Gautier
Bay-Waveland Yacht Club
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Stennis Space Center
Biloxi Harbor
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Biloxi
Lee Street
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Biloxi
D' Iberville Marina
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Diberville
Gulfport Small Craft Harbor
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Gulfport
Gautier City Park
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Gautier
Brittany Avenue
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Diberville
Bayou Lacroix
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Bay Saint Louis
Whites Bayou RV Park
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Pearlington
Kuhn Street Pier
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Biloxi
Gulfport Yacht Club
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Gulfport
Percy Miller Marine Education Park
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Ocean Springs
Mary Walker Bayou
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Gautier
Long Beach Small Craft Harbor
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Long Beach
Mary Walker Bayou Marina
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Gautier
Tucei's Fishing Camp
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Gautier
Diamondhead Marina
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Diamondhead
Bayou Phillip and Pier
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Bay Saint Louis
Palace Casino Marina
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Biloxi
Cedar Point
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Stennis Space Center
Hiller Park
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Biloxi
Ken Combs Pier
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Gulfport
Gulf Islands National Seashore Park
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Ocean Springs
Old Fort Bayou
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Ocean Springs
Little River Marina
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Pascagoula
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Tishomingo
Old Fort Bayou
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Ocean Springs
Ocean Springs Harbor
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Ocean Springs
Graveline Bay
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Gautier
Paige Bayou Marina
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Vancleave
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Dennis
Kremers Landing
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Gulfport
Bayou Cassotte
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Moss Point
Johns Bayou Marina
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Vancleave
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~5 mi from New Site
LaFrance Fish Camp
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Lakeshore
Pass Christian Small Craft Harbor - 2
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Stennis Space Center
Blue Heron
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Ocean Springs
Singing River Yacht Club
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Moss Point
San Juan Marina
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Vancleave
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Belmont
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Dennis
Handsboro
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Gulfport
Pass Christian Yacht Club
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Stennis Space Center
Pass Christian Small Craft Harbor - 1
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Stennis Space Center
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~6 mi from New Site
Bayou Cumbest
Mississippi · ~6 mi from Moss Point
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~6 mi from New Site
Lake Mars
Mississippi · ~6 mi from Ocean Springs
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~6 mi from New Site
Point O' Pines Fish Camp
Mississippi · ~6 mi from Moss Point
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I kayak in Mississippi?
Mississippi has 461 public kayak launch points listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, rivers, bays, reservoirs, creeks.
Are there beginner-friendly paddling spots in Mississippi?
Yes! Many of the 461 beginner-rated locations in Mississippi offer calm waters and easy boat ramp access, making them perfect for new paddlers.
Do I need a permit to kayak in Mississippi?
Permit requirements vary by location. Most public boat ramps in Mississippi are free to access, though some state parks may charge an entrance or parking fee. Check individual location details for specific requirements.