Paddling in Mississippi
Explore 457 kayak launches, boat ramps, and paddling destinations across Mississippi.
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American Legion Post 139 - Clement R. Bontemps Fishing Pier
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Stennis Space Center
Back Bay Biloxi
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Biloxi
Bayou Caddy Marina
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Lakeshore
Bordages Marina
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Lakeshore
Forrest Avenue Pier
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Biloxi
Turtle Landing Fish Camp
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Pearlington
Bay Marina
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Bay Saint Louis
Indian Point RV Resort
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Gautier
Biloxi Harbor
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Biloxi
Brittany Avenue
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Diberville
D' Iberville Marina
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Diberville
Gautier City Park
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Gautier
Gulfport Small Craft Harbor
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Gulfport
Lee Street
Mississippi · ~1 mi from Biloxi
Bayou Lacroix
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Bay Saint Louis
Kuhn Street Pier
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Biloxi
Percy Miller Marine Education Park
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Ocean Springs
Whites Bayou RV Park
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Pearlington
Long Beach Small Craft Harbor
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Long Beach
Mary Walker Bayou
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Gautier
Mary Walker Bayou Marina
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Gautier
Tucei's Fishing Camp
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Gautier
Bayou Phillip and Pier
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Bay Saint Louis
Diamondhead Marina
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Diamondhead
Palace Casino Marina
Mississippi · ~2 mi from Biloxi
Cedar Point
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Stennis Space Center
Gulf Islands National Seashore Park
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Ocean Springs
Hiller Park
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Biloxi
Ken Combs Pier
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Gulfport
Little River Marina
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Pascagoula
Old Fort Bayou
Mississippi · ~3 mi from Ocean Springs
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Tishomingo
Ocean Springs Harbor
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Ocean Springs
Old Fort Bayou
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
Bayou Cassotte
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Moss Point
Johns Bayou Marina
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Vancleave
Kremers Landing
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Gulfport
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~5 mi from New Site
Blue Heron
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Ocean Springs
LaFrance Fish Camp
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Lakeshore
Pass Christian Small Craft Harbor - 2
Mississippi · ~5 mi from Stennis Space Center
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 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
Back Bay Biloxi
Mississippi · ~6 mi from Diberville
Bay Springs Lake
Mississippi · ~6 mi from New Site
Deer Bayou
Mississippi · ~6 mi from Holly Bluff
Gulfport Lake
Mississippi · ~4 mi from Gulfport
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I kayak in Mississippi?
Mississippi has 457 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 457 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.