Best Places to Kayak Near Gates, TN

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

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Top Picks Near Gates

brown wooden dock over body of water1

Wolf Bayou Unit of Black Island Conservation Area

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

BayBeginner34 mi away
a body of water with houses in the background2

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Standout kayak fishing on Big Lake

LakeBeginner38 mi away
a body of water with land in the distance3

Twin Borrow Pits Conservation Area (East)

A top-rated lake launch on Twin Borrow Pits Conservation Area East Borrow Pit

LakeBeginner37 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Obion River

Tennessee · 9.9 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Highway 54

Tennessee · 16.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

County Road 955

Arkansas · 17.9 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Highway 54

Tennessee · 19.1 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Hatchie River

Tennessee · 23.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees in the background

Highway 76

Tennessee · 25.0 mi

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a large waterfall with lots of water running over it

Pillow State Historic Area

Tennessee · 25.0 mi

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a river with trees around it

S. P. Reynolds Access

Missouri · 26.5 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Davy Crockett Lake

Tennessee · 26.5 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

White Rock

Tennessee · 28.1 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Sans Souci Landing

Arkansas · 29.2 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Stephen C. Bradford Unit of Black Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 31.3 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Big Eddy

Tennessee · 31.4 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Hop In

Tennessee · 33.3 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Wolf Bayou Unit of Black Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 34.0 mi

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two birds perched on top of a tree in the water

Gibson County Lake

Tennessee · 34.4 mi

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person riding yellow kayak on river during daytime

Glen Springs

Tennessee · 34.8 mi

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two birds perched on top of a tree in the water

Washout

Tennessee · 35.0 mi

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aerial photography of body of water and trees during daytime

Long Park

Tennessee · 35.2 mi

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a view of a lake from a kayak

Highway 51

Tennessee · 35.3 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Lovell's Landing

Tennessee · 35.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
aerial photography of body of water and trees during daytime

Bo's Landing

Tennessee · 36.2 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Sunset Court

Tennessee · 36.7 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Reelfoot Lake Inn

Tennessee · 36.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hornersville Swamp Conservation Area

Missouri · 36.9 mi

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

Lassiter Landing

Tennessee · 37.0 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Twin Borrow Pits Conservation Area (East)

Missouri · 37.0 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Twin Borrow Pits Conservation Area (West)

Missouri · 37.3 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Keystone

Tennessee · 37.3 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Arkansas · 37.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Gates, TN?

Top picks near Gates include Wolf Bayou Unit of Black Island Conservation Area, Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South), Twin Borrow Pits Conservation Area (East). 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 Gates?

Near Gates 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 Gates?

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