Best Places to Kayak Near Benton, MS

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

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Top Picks Near Benton

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Deer Bayou

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

BayBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Hillside National Wildlife Refuge

Open-water sea kayaking access on Parker Bayou

BayBeginner15 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk3

Dump Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner23 mi away
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Yazoo River

Mississippi · 9.4 mi

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Yazoo River

Mississippi · 9.4 mi

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Wolf Lake

Mississippi · 13.2 mi

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Highway 16 Bridge

Mississippi · 13.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hillside National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 15.2 mi

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Highway 49 Bridge

Mississippi · 15.4 mi

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Wolf Lake

Mississippi · 16.2 mi

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Bee Lake

Mississippi · 17.7 mi

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Deer Bayou

Mississippi · 18.5 mi

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Callihan Road Bridge

Mississippi · 19.8 mi

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Little Eagle Lake

Mississippi · 22.8 mi

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

Dump Lake

Mississippi · 22.9 mi

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Holmes Community College

Mississippi · 23.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Big Black River

Mississippi · 24.5 mi

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English Lake

Mississippi · 25.3 mi

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Hard Cash Lake

Mississippi · 26.1 mi

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Browns Landing

Mississippi · 27.2 mi

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Ross R. Barnett Reservoir

Mississippi · 27.3 mi

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Ross R. Barnett Reservoir

Mississippi · 27.3 mi

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Highway 12 Bridge

Mississippi · 27.3 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Big Sunflower River

Mississippi · 28.4 mi

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Morgan Brake National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 28.4 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 29.1 mi

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Safe Harbor

Mississippi · 29.4 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Madison Landing

Mississippi · 29.5 mi

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Pearl River State Wildlife Management Area

Mississippi · 29.6 mi

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Tommys

Mississippi · 29.6 mi

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Goshen Springs

Mississippi · 29.7 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Goshen Springs

Mississippi · 29.7 mi

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Goshen Springs

Mississippi · 29.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Benton.

Yazoo City, MS8 miBentonia, MS10 miVaughan, MS11 miTinsley, MS12 miFlora, MS18 miPickens, MS19 miSilver City, MS20 miGoodman, MS20 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Benton, MS?

Top picks near Benton include Deer Bayou, Hillside National Wildlife Refuge, Dump Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Benton?

Near Benton 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 Benton?

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