Best Places to Kayak Near Barataria, LA

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

30 nearby14 Bays8 Lakes5 Canals
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Top Picks Near Barataria

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Drake Avenue (West)

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

BayBeginner12 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

East 34th Court

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Lafourche

BayBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Des Allemands

A top-rated bay launch on Bayou des Allemands

BayBeginner22 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cochiara Marina

Louisiana · 2.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Joe's Landing

Louisiana · 2.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Jean Lafitte

Louisiana · 3.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Nick's Marina

Louisiana · 4.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Glisson Park

Louisiana · 4.5 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Unnamed

Louisiana · 7.0 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Marina

Louisiana · 8.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Myrtle Grove Marina

Louisiana · 11.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Drake Avenue (West)

Louisiana · 12.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
green grass on water during daytime

Drake Avenue (East)

Louisiana · 12.6 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

East 36th Street

Louisiana · 14.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with a dock in the middle of it

Pier 90 Marina

Louisiana · 16.2 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Gauche

Louisiana · 16.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Cataouatche Canal

Louisiana · 17.0 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

East 34th Court

Louisiana · 17.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

Mercer Road

Louisiana · 17.7 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

West Bayou Lane

Louisiana · 18.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.

Marina

Louisiana · 20.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Sweetwater Marina

Louisiana · 20.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Big Bayou Blue Marina

Louisiana · 20.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Fisherman's Friend

Louisiana · 20.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Luling

Louisiana · 20.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Bonnabel

Louisiana · 20.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Bayou Bienvenue Marina

Louisiana · 21.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bason's Marina

Louisiana · 21.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Breakwater Park

Louisiana · 21.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Old Spanish Trail

Louisiana · 21.6 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Eddie Pinto's Marina

Louisiana · 21.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Unnamed

Louisiana · 21.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Des Allemands

Louisiana · 22.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Barataria.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Barataria, LA?

Top picks near Barataria include Drake Avenue (West), East 34th Court, Des Allemands. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, lakes, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Barataria?

Near Barataria 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 Barataria?

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