Best Places to Kayak Near Bossier City, LA

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

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Top Picks Near Bossier City

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Old Palmetto

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

BayBeginner7 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Soda Lake Wildlife Management Area

Open-water sea kayaking access on Twelvemile Bayou

BayBeginner16 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Bayou Bodcau Dam

Standout kayak fishing on Bayou Bodcau

BayBeginner16 mi away
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Stoner

Louisiana · 3.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Teague Parkway

Louisiana · 3.7 mi

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

Cash Point

Louisiana · 5.4 mi

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

Melvin's Landing

Louisiana · 7.0 mi

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

American Legion

Louisiana · 7.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Old Palmetto

Louisiana · 7.4 mi

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

Cypress Lake Dam

Louisiana · 7.7 mi

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

South Lakeshore Ramp

Louisiana · 9.3 mi

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

Cypress Park Ramp

Louisiana · 9.6 mi

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

Barron's Landing

Louisiana · 10.9 mi

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

Highway 162 Bridge

Louisiana · 11.3 mi

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a dock sitting on top of a lake next to a forest

Red River South

Louisiana · 11.3 mi

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

Richard Fleming Park

Louisiana · 12.7 mi

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

Johnson's Ramp

Louisiana · 12.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Twin Bridges

Louisiana · 13.2 mi

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

Wallace Lake Road

Louisiana · 14.8 mi

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

Cypress Garden

Louisiana · 15.2 mi

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

Norris Ferry

Louisiana · 15.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Bodcau Dam

Louisiana · 15.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Soda Lake Wildlife Management Area

Louisiana · 16.0 mi

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

Drift-In Landing

Louisiana · 17.6 mi

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

Mooringsport Ramp

Louisiana · 18.1 mi

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

Camp Joy

Louisiana · 18.3 mi

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

Camp Bis-T-No

Louisiana · 18.3 mi

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

Pine Cove Marina

Louisiana · 18.9 mi

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

Westwood Camp

Louisiana · 19.6 mi

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

Bossier Public Ramp

Louisiana · 19.7 mi

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

Earl G. Williamson Park

Louisiana · 20.1 mi

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

Burge's Camp

Louisiana · 20.3 mi

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

Lake Bistineau State Park

Louisiana · 20.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Bossier City.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Bossier City, LA?

Top picks near Bossier City include Old Palmetto, Soda Lake Wildlife Management Area, Bayou Bodcau Dam. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Bossier City?

Near Bossier City 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 Bossier City?

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