Best Places to Kayak Near Cotton Valley, LA

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

30 nearby16 Lakes13 Bays1 River

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Top Picks Near Cotton Valley

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hwy 160

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

BayBeginner2 mi away

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Old Palmetto

Open-water sea kayaking access on Black Bayou Reservoir

BayBeginner20 mi away

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Corner of the Old Field

Just 4 miles from Cotton Valley — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner4 mi away

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hwy 160

Louisiana · 2.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Corner of the Old Field

Louisiana · 3.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Wenk's Landing

Louisiana · 3.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

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

Ivan Lake Boat Ramp

Louisiana · 4.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Pardee Calloway

Louisiana · 4.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hwy 160 Landing

Louisiana · 4.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cox Landing

Louisiana · 5.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Neely's Camp

Louisiana · 5.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Highway 2 Bridge

Louisiana · 6.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Sikes Ferry

Louisiana · 7.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Bodcau Dam

Louisiana · 9.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Twin Bridges

Louisiana · 11.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

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

Lower Caney Lake Recreation Area

Louisiana · 12.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Caney Lake Methodist Camp Road

Louisiana · 12.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Upper Caney Lake Recreation Area

Louisiana · 12.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Teague Lake

Louisiana · 14.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

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

Dorcheat

Louisiana · 16.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Highway 162 Bridge

Louisiana · 17.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Cypress Park Ramp

Louisiana · 17.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Bodcau Creek Launch

Arkansas · 17.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Plan Dealing Fishing Lake

Louisiana · 17.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Cypress Lake Dam

Louisiana · 18.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Plain Dealing Ski Lake

Louisiana · 18.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Corney Lake

Louisiana · 19.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Old Palmetto

Louisiana · 20.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

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

Highway 163 Bridge

Louisiana · 20.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Westwood Camp

Louisiana · 21.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Burge's Camp

Louisiana · 21.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Cummings Camp

Arkansas · 23.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Highway 2 Bridge

Louisiana · 23.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Cotton Valley.

Sarepta, LA9 mi Cullen, LA10 mi Springhill, LA13 mi Shongaloo, LA13 mi Minden, LA15 mi Plain Dealing, LA17 mi Princeton, LA18 mi Benton, LA18 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Cotton Valley, LA?

Top picks near Cotton Valley include Hwy 160, Old Palmetto, Corner of the Old Field. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Cotton Valley?

Near Cotton Valley 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 Cotton Valley?

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