Best Places to Kayak Near Fairbanks, LA

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

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Highway 134 Bridge

Louisiana · 0.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Highway 136 Bridge

Louisiana · 2.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Louisiana · 2.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Conley's

Louisiana · 4.1 mi

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

Bayou Bartholomew

Louisiana · 4.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Moon Lake

Louisiana · 4.3 mi

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

Barrett's

Louisiana · 4.6 mi

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

Sterlington

Louisiana · 4.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Hamilton Lake

Louisiana · 5.4 mi

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

Ouachita River Levee

Louisiana · 5.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Landing

Louisiana · 8.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Joe Bob's

Louisiana · 8.5 mi

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

Forsythe Park

Louisiana · 10.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hollands Bluff

Louisiana · 10.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Lake Drain

Louisiana · 11.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Meeks Landing

Louisiana · 13.0 mi

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

Area 1

Louisiana · 15.0 mi

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

Bawcomville Recreation Area

Louisiana · 15.2 mi

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

Area 8

Louisiana · 15.3 mi

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

Finch Bayou

Louisiana · 15.5 mi

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

Area 3

Louisiana · 16.0 mi

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

Area 4

Louisiana · 16.1 mi

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

Area 5

Louisiana · 16.3 mi

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

Area 7

Louisiana · 16.3 mi

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

Bussey Brake Ramp

Louisiana · 17.3 mi

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

Area 6

Louisiana · 17.8 mi

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

Spillway Ramp - South

Louisiana · 18.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Thomas

Louisiana · 18.4 mi

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

Spillway Ramp - North

Louisiana · 18.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Barham Dam

Louisiana · 18.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Fairbanks include Highway 134 Bridge, Joe Bob's, Highway 136 Bridge. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Fairbanks?

Near Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks?

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