Best Places to Kayak Near Ethel, MS

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

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Top Picks Near Ethel

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Little Round Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Lake Tiak-O' Khata

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

LakeBeginner24 mi away
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Golden Memorial Lake

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

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Highway 35 Bridge

Mississippi · 15.5 mi

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Highway 407 Bridge

Mississippi · 17.4 mi

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Highway 12 Bridge

Mississippi · 20.6 mi

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Choctaw Lake

Mississippi · 22.3 mi

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Lake Tiak-O' Khata

Mississippi · 24.4 mi

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Legion Lake

Mississippi · 26.0 mi

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English Lake

Mississippi · 26.4 mi

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Battle Bluff Road Bridge

Mississippi · 26.7 mi

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Big Black River

Mississippi · 26.8 mi

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Holmes Community College

Mississippi · 27.6 mi

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Highway 19 Bridge

Mississippi · 30.8 mi

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Highway 35 Bridge

Mississippi · 30.9 mi

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Burnside Park

Mississippi · 31.3 mi

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Highway 15 Bridge

Mississippi · 31.5 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 31.9 mi

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Nanih Waiya State Park

Mississippi · 35.5 mi

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Ross Branch

Mississippi · 37.4 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 38.4 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 39.4 mi

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Golden Memorial Lake

Mississippi · 40.6 mi

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Oktibbeha County Lake

Mississippi · 40.9 mi

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Morgan Brake National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 41.1 mi

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Neshoba County Lake

Mississippi · 41.5 mi

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Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 42.0 mi

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Coal Bluff

Mississippi · 42.2 mi

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Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 42.2 mi

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Ratliff Ferry

Mississippi · 43.5 mi

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Little Round Lake

Mississippi · 45.5 mi

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Mathews Brake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Mississippi · 46.2 mi

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Grenada Lake

Mississippi · 46.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Ethel.

Kosciusko, MS9 miMc Cool, MS10 miMc Adams, MS12 miFrench Camp, MS14 miWeir, MS15 miWest, MS16 miSallis, MS18 miKilmichael, MS19 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Ethel include Little Round Lake, Lake Tiak-O' Khata, Golden Memorial Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

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.