Best Places to Kayak Near Donaldsonville, LA

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

30 nearby11 Rivers8 Bays6 Canals
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Top Picks Near Donaldsonville

body of water surrounded by trees during daytime1

Gaudet's Landing

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

BayBeginner16 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Pierre Part

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Grosbec

BayBeginner16 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Ascension Parish - Sorrento

Just 11 miles from Donaldsonville — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner11 mi away
brown wooden house on lake

Cooper

Louisiana · 2.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Muddy Bayou

Louisiana · 9.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

River Road

Louisiana · 10.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Ascension Parish - Sorrento

Louisiana · 11.0 mi

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

Sportsman's Landing of Bayou Corne

Louisiana · 11.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A bird sitting on top of a fallen tree next to a body of water

St. Vincent Road Bridge

Louisiana · 11.7 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with a dock in the middle of it

Natchez Bend Canal

Louisiana · 12.0 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Saveiro Canal

Louisiana · 13.8 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with a dock in the middle of it

Grand Point Canal

Louisiana · 15.0 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Manchac Road

Louisiana · 15.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Blind River

Louisiana · 15.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
body of water surrounded by trees during daytime

Gaudet's Landing

Louisiana · 15.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Pierre Part

Louisiana · 15.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water with a dock in the middle of it

HIll Top Inn

Louisiana · 16.7 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Canal Bank

Louisiana · 16.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Sorrel

Louisiana · 17.2 mi

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

Grand River

Louisiana · 17.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Pigeon Landing

Louisiana · 17.5 mi

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

Shell Beach

Louisiana · 17.9 mi

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

Big John's Landing

Louisiana · 18.0 mi

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

Fred's on the River

Louisiana · 18.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bell River Road

Louisiana · 18.3 mi

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

Lake Verret

Louisiana · 18.5 mi

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

Pigeons Landing

Louisiana · 18.6 mi

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

Bayside Marina

Louisiana · 18.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Bayview Tavern and Tours Landing

Louisiana · 18.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Route 70 Bridge

Louisiana · 18.7 mi

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

Intracoastal Waterway

Louisiana · 19.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Plaquemine

Louisiana · 19.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Route 1012 Bridge

Louisiana · 19.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Donaldsonville.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Donaldsonville include Gaudet's Landing, Pierre Part, Ascension Parish - Sorrento. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, bays, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Donaldsonville?

Near Donaldsonville 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 Donaldsonville?

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