Best Places to Kayak Near Elizabeth, LA

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

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Top Picks Near Elizabeth

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Eunice

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

BayBeginner32 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk2

Sharps Landing

Standout kayak fishing on Rodemacher Lake

LakeBeginner37 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk3

Indian Creek Recreation Area

A top-rated lake launch on Indian Creek Lake

LakeBeginner25 mi away
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Highway 10 Bridge

Louisiana · 7.1 mi

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

Calcasieu River at Oakdale City Park

Louisiana · 7.7 mi

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

Whiskey Chitto Bridge (East Bank)

Louisiana · 13.2 mi

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

Fullerton Lake

Louisiana · 15.1 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

State Hwy 26

Louisiana · 15.9 mi

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

Crooked Creek Reservoir

Louisiana · 19.0 mi

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

Ray Koonce Landing

Louisiana · 19.8 mi

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

Spillway Park

Louisiana · 20.5 mi

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

Clark's Landing Road

Louisiana · 20.8 mi

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

Hopewell Bridge

Louisiana · 20.9 mi

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

Martin Springs Boat Ramp

Louisiana · 24.6 mi

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

Long Field Road Ramp

Louisiana · 25.0 mi

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

Indian Creek Recreation Area

Louisiana · 25.5 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Highway 190 Bridge

Louisiana · 26.3 mi

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

Kincaid Reservoir (South)

Louisiana · 28.9 mi

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

Kincaid Reservoir (East)

Louisiana · 29.7 mi

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

Cotile Lake (South)

Louisiana · 29.8 mi

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

Tunk's Landing

Louisiana · 30.5 mi

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

Lake Chicot (North)

Louisiana · 30.9 mi

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

Lake Chicot (Middle)

Louisiana · 31.4 mi

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

Lake Chicot (South)

Louisiana · 31.5 mi

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

Eunice City Park

Louisiana · 31.9 mi

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

Cotile Lake (North)

Louisiana · 32.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Eunice

Louisiana · 32.5 mi

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

Cotile Recreation Area

Louisiana · 34.4 mi

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

Red Store Landing

Louisiana · 35.4 mi

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

Poland Lock and Dam Landing

Louisiana · 36.4 mi

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

Ruby

Louisiana · 36.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Grand Bend

Louisiana · 36.5 mi

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

Sharps Landing

Louisiana · 36.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Elizabeth.

Oakdale, LA8 miPitkin, LA11 miGrant, LA11 miGlenmora, LA12 miSugartown, LA14 miDry Creek, LA15 miHineston, LA15 miMittie, LA15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Elizabeth include Eunice, Sharps Landing, Indian Creek Recreation Area. 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 Elizabeth?

Near Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth?

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