Best Places to Kayak Near Ethel, LA

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

30 nearby19 Rivers5 Lakes3 Bays
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Mississippi River at St. Francisville

Louisiana · 17.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Jim's Marina

Louisiana · 20.0 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Main Street East

Louisiana · 20.9 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Morel's

Louisiana · 21.0 mi

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Point Breeze

Louisiana · 22.6 mi

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Island Road

Louisiana · 23.6 mi

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

Beuches Boat Landing

Louisiana · 24.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

South Boulevard

Louisiana · 26.4 mi

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

City Park Lake

Louisiana · 27.0 mi

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

Port Allen Lock

Louisiana · 27.0 mi

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

Milford Wampold Memorial Park

Louisiana · 28.2 mi

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

Morganza Spillway

Louisiana · 29.7 mi

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Old River Landing

Louisiana · 30.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Raccourci River

Louisiana · 30.7 mi

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Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

Louisiana · 31.7 mi

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Knox Landing

Louisiana · 33.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Grosse Tete

Louisiana · 33.3 mi

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Buffalo River

Mississippi · 33.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Manchac Road

Louisiana · 34.4 mi

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

Big John's Landing

Louisiana · 35.0 mi

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a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Highway 15 Bridge

Louisiana · 36.0 mi

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

Bayside Marina

Louisiana · 36.2 mi

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Lake Mary

Mississippi · 36.2 mi

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Fred's on the River

Louisiana · 36.6 mi

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Plaquemine

Louisiana · 36.8 mi

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

Homochitto River

Mississippi · 36.9 mi

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body of water surrounded by trees during daytime

Atchafalaya Basin Bridge (East)

Louisiana · 37.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Atchafalaya Basin Bridge (West)

Louisiana · 37.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Grosse Tete

Louisiana · 37.4 mi

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Bayview Tavern and Tours Landing

Louisiana · 37.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Ethel include Grosse Tete, Manchac Road, Bayou Grosse Tete. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Ethel?

Near Ethel 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 Ethel?

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