Best Places to Kayak Near Deridder, LA

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

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Top Picks Near Deridder

Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk1

Biven's East

Standout kayak fishing on Vernon Lake

LakeBeginner27 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk2

Twin Bridges

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

LakeBeginner29 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk3

Lake View Landing

A top-rated lake launch on Vernon Lake

LakeBeginner25 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Hopewell Bridge

Louisiana · 9.6 mi

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

Clark's Landing Road

Louisiana · 11.2 mi

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

Ray Koonce Landing

Louisiana · 11.9 mi

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

Spillway Park

Louisiana · 12.4 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Sabine River

Louisiana · 17.8 mi

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

VFW Landing

Louisiana · 19.7 mi

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

Spillway Park Landing

Louisiana · 19.9 mi

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

Fullerton Lake

Louisiana · 20.9 mi

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brown trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

US190 Bridge - Sabine River

Texas · 21.0 mi

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

Methodist Landing

Louisiana · 21.1 mi

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

Sandy Creek Landing

Louisiana · 21.4 mi

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

Whiskey Chitto Bridge (East Bank)

Louisiana · 24.0 mi

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

Old River

Louisiana · 24.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Vernon Lake

Texas · 24.6 mi

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

Vernon Spillway Park

Louisiana · 24.6 mi

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

Lake View Landing

Louisiana · 25.3 mi

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

Vernon Spillway Park

Louisiana · 25.6 mi

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

Vernon Park

Louisiana · 25.6 mi

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

Biven's East

Louisiana · 27.4 mi

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

Twin Bridges

Louisiana · 29.1 mi

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

Hadden's Ferry

Louisiana · 29.3 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

South Toledo

Texas · 29.7 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

State Hwy 26

Louisiana · 30.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Highway 190 Bridge

Louisiana · 30.8 mi

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two ducks swimming in a pond surrounded by trees

South Toledo Bend State Park

Louisiana · 32.0 mi

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

Toledo Bend Marina

Louisiana · 32.4 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green coconut trees near body of water during daytime

Toledo Bend Resort

Louisiana · 32.8 mi

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

Holbrook Park

Louisiana · 33.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
two ducks swimming in a pond surrounded by trees

Pleasure Point

Louisiana · 34.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Hickory Ridge Camp (South)

Texas · 34.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Deridder.

Rosepine, LA6 miFort Polk, LA14 miSugartown, LA15 miEvans, LA15 miMerryville, LA16 miNewllano, LA17 miLongville, LA17 miDry Creek, LA18 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Deridder include Biven's East, Twin Bridges, Lake View Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Deridder?

Near Deridder 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 Deridder?

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