Best Places to Kayak Near De Leon, TX

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

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Top Picks Near De Leon

2 person riding on blue and red boat under brown concrete bridge during daytime1

Riverside Park

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

BayBeginner36 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Fabis Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Pecan Bayou

BayBeginner34 mi away
2 person riding on blue and red boat under brown concrete bridge during daytime3

Mountain View Lane

A top-rated bay launch on Pecan Bayou - Lake Brownwood

BayBeginner37 mi away
silhouette of bridge over body of water during sunset

Foley's

Texas · 8.0 mi

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a boathouse sitting on the edge of a lake

Promontory Point

Texas · 9.2 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Proctor Lake Park

Texas · 9.3 mi

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a boathouse sitting on the edge of a lake

Promontory Park

Texas · 9.5 mi

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a boat on the water

Copperas East - Sowell Creek Park

Texas · 9.6 mi

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a boathouse sitting on the edge of a lake

Copperas Creek

Texas · 9.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a mountain

Copperas Creek Park

Texas · 10.0 mi

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a view of a body of water from a canoe

Dam West

Texas · 10.3 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Dam East

Texas · 10.5 mi

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sail boat on body of water

Lake Leon Dam

Texas · 19.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a mountain

La Mancha Lake Ranch

Texas · 19.2 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Chock-a-Block

Texas · 20.3 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Interstate 20 Bridge

Texas · 24.2 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

FM 3101 Bridge - North Fork Leon River

Texas · 27.2 mi

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a view of a body of water from a canoe

Tucker Lake

Texas · 29.0 mi

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a large body of water next to a rocky cliff

FM 2559 Bridge - Pecan Bayou

Texas · 31.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Lake Brownwood Dam

Texas · 32.4 mi

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black and white cat on boat during daytime

Lake Brownwood State Park

Texas · 32.4 mi

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brown trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

FM 101 Bridge - Leon River

Texas · 32.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Fabis Park

Texas · 34.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Lake Cisco

Texas · 34.9 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by a forest

North Shore Lake Drive

Texas · 35.2 mi

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man in black shorts standing on water during daytime

Flatrock Park

Texas · 35.4 mi

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2 person riding on blue and red boat under brown concrete bridge during daytime

Riverside Park

Texas · 35.7 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Pecan Bayou

Texas · 36.2 mi

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2 person riding on blue and red boat under brown concrete bridge during daytime

Mountain View Lane

Texas · 36.6 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Pecan Bayou

Texas · 37.6 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

North Bosque River

Texas · 37.6 mi

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a boathouse sitting on the edge of a lake

Hamilton City Lake

Texas · 39.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jim Ned Creek

Texas · 39.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of De Leon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near De Leon, TX?

Top picks near De Leon include Riverside Park, Fabis Park, Mountain View Lane. 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 De Leon?

Near De Leon 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 De Leon?

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