Best Places to Kayak Near Chatham, LA

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

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

Chatham Public Boat Ramp

Louisiana · 1.4 mi

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

Jimmie Davis State Park (Clear Branch)

Louisiana · 5.2 mi

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

Spillway

Louisiana · 5.5 mi

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

Jimmie Davis State Park (Clear Bridge)

Louisiana · 5.8 mi

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

Spillway

Louisiana · 6.4 mi

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

Ebenezer

Louisiana · 7.5 mi

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

Brown's Landing

Louisiana · 8.3 mi

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

Area 6

Louisiana · 15.9 mi

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

Area 7

Louisiana · 17.5 mi

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

Area 5

Louisiana · 17.6 mi

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

Area 4

Louisiana · 17.9 mi

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

Area 3

Louisiana · 18.1 mi

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

Area 8

Louisiana · 18.5 mi

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

Area 1

Louisiana · 18.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Prairion Bayou

Louisiana · 19.3 mi

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

Bawcomville Recreation Area

Louisiana · 19.7 mi

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

Forsythe Park

Louisiana · 23.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Joe Bob's

Louisiana · 25.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hollands Bluff

Louisiana · 26.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Boeuf River at Woolen Lake

Louisiana · 27.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Lake Drain

Louisiana · 27.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Landing

Louisiana · 28.0 mi

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

Parish Ramp

Louisiana · 29.1 mi

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

Spillway Ramp - South

Louisiana · 29.2 mi

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

Hilliard's (North) Coop

Louisiana · 29.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Moon Lake

Louisiana · 29.4 mi

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

Stowe Creek

Louisiana · 29.4 mi

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

Spillway Ramp - North

Louisiana · 29.7 mi

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

Gills Ferry

Louisiana · 29.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Conley's

Louisiana · 30.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Chatham include Joe Bob's, Conley's, Bayou Landing. 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 Chatham?

Near Chatham 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 Chatham?

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