Best Places to Kayak Near Buras, LA

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

30 nearby17 Bays6 Lakes4 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Buras

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Duvic Pump Road

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

BayBeginner6 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Unnamed

Open-water sea kayaking access on Grand Bayou

BayBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Joe's Landing

A top-rated bay launch on Bayou Barataria

BayBeginner45 mi away
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Herbert Harvey Drive

Louisiana · 1.3 mi

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

Marina

Louisiana · 3.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial view of white boat on sea during daytime

Marina

Louisiana · 3.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Duvic Pump Road

Louisiana · 5.5 mi

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

Boothville River Road

Louisiana · 7.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers enjoy a sunset paddle on the water.

Marina

Louisiana · 8.2 mi

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

Cypress Cove Marina

Louisiana · 9.3 mi

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

Sports Marina Road

Louisiana · 9.6 mi

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

Tiger Pass Road Marina

Louisiana · 9.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
body of water surrounded by trees during daytime

Port Sulphur Civic Drive Fishing Pier

Louisiana · 16.2 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Unnamed

Louisiana · 17.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Martin Lane

Louisiana · 19.9 mi

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aerial view of white boat on sea during daytime

Beshel

Louisiana · 23.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Unnamed

Louisiana · 25.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

West Bayou Lane

Louisiana · 28.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Marina

Louisiana · 29.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hopedale Marina

Louisiana · 34.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Pips

Louisiana · 34.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Sweetwater Marina

Louisiana · 34.7 mi

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People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.

Marina

Louisiana · 34.9 mi

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

Myrtle Grove Marina

Louisiana · 35.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Wakeside Marina

Louisiana · 35.2 mi

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

Bridgeside Marina

Louisiana · 35.3 mi

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

Central Avenue

Louisiana · 35.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A couple of boats that are sitting in the water

Reggio Marina

Louisiana · 37.3 mi

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Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

Campo's Marina

Louisiana · 37.5 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Marina

Louisiana · 41.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Nick's Marina

Louisiana · 43.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Rappelet Street

Louisiana · 44.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Joe's Landing

Louisiana · 44.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Buras.

Boothville, LA5 miEmpire, LA8 miVenice, LA9 miPort Sulphur, LA15 miPilottown, LA17 miPointe A La Hache, LA29 miGrand Isle, LA33 miBraithwaite, LA34 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Buras include Duvic Pump Road, Unnamed, Joe's Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Buras?

Near Buras 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 Buras?

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