Best Places to Kayak Near Evangeline, LA

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

30 nearby13 Rivers11 Bays5 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Evangeline

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Bayou Teche

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

BayBeginner37 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Bayou Plaquemine

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner7 mi away
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Lorrain Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, camping

BayBeginner23 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Jennings City Park

Louisiana · 5.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Highway 90 Bridge

Louisiana · 5.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Plaquemine

Louisiana · 7.2 mi

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

Highway 14 Bridge

Louisiana · 14.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Eunice

Louisiana · 16.5 mi

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

Eunice City Park

Louisiana · 16.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers enjoy a sunset paddle on the water.

Queue de Tortue

Louisiana · 17.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Myers Landing

Louisiana · 21.3 mi

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

Gary Landing Road

Louisiana · 22.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Lorrain Park

Louisiana · 23.2 mi

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

S. Talens Landing Road

Louisiana · 23.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Highway 190 Bridge

Louisiana · 27.0 mi

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

Bell City Ditch / Canal

Louisiana · 28.1 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge

Louisiana · 28.4 mi

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

Lacassine North

Louisiana · 28.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

State Hwy 26

Louisiana · 30.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Rotary Point

Louisiana · 31.7 mi

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

Beaver Park

Louisiana · 33.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Haymann Park

Louisiana · 33.6 mi

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

White Oak Park

Louisiana · 33.7 mi

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

Whiskey Chitto Bridge (East Bank)

Louisiana · 36.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Teche

Louisiana · 36.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Teche

Louisiana · 37.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers enjoy a sunset paddle on the water.

English Bayou

Louisiana · 37.2 mi

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

Little Chenier Road

Louisiana · 37.6 mi

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

River Bluff Park

Louisiana · 37.9 mi

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

Calcasieu River at Oakdale City Park

Louisiana · 38.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Courtableau

Louisiana · 38.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Washington

Louisiana · 38.4 mi

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

I-10 Bridge Launch

Louisiana · 38.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Evangeline.

Iota, LA3 miEgan, LA3 miMermentau, LA6 miJennings, LA7 miEstherwood, LA8 miRoanoke, LA9 miMorse, LA10 miCrowley, LA11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Evangeline include Bayou Teche, Bayou Plaquemine, Lorrain Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, bays, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Evangeline?

Near Evangeline 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 Evangeline?

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