Best Places to Kayak Near Goodman, MS

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

30 nearby14 Rivers9 Lakes6 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Goodman

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Hillside National Wildlife Refuge

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

BayBeginner20 mi away
brown tree trunk on body of water2

Hard Cash Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner33 mi away
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Holmes Community College

Just 4 miles from Goodman — the closest quality launch

LakeBeginner4 mi away
ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Holmes Community College

Mississippi · 3.6 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

English Lake

Mississippi · 5.1 mi

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

Big Black River

Mississippi · 5.3 mi

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white and black wooden dock on body of water during daytime

Highway 12 Bridge

Mississippi · 10.6 mi

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a large barge traveling down a river under a bridge

Highway 16 Bridge

Mississippi · 19.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hillside National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 20.5 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Bee Lake

Mississippi · 21.0 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Morgan Brake National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 21.4 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Little Eagle Lake

Mississippi · 24.7 mi

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Ratliff Ferry

Mississippi · 27.4 mi

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white and black train on rail tracks

Pearl River

Mississippi · 27.6 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 27.8 mi

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Highway 35 Bridge

Mississippi · 28.0 mi

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white and black wooden dock on body of water during daytime

Yazoo River

Mississippi · 28.3 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Wolf Lake

Mississippi · 28.3 mi

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white boat on body of water during daytime

Yazoo River

Mississippi · 28.4 mi

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a large barge traveling down a river under a bridge

Coal Bluff

Mississippi · 28.8 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 29.1 mi

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Pearl River State Wildlife Management Area

Mississippi · 30.1 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Mathews Brake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Mississippi · 31.2 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Browns Landing

Mississippi · 31.2 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Mathews Brake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

Mississippi · 31.8 mi

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white and black boat on river during daytime

Highway 35 Bridge

Mississippi · 32.2 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Safe Harbor

Mississippi · 32.3 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown trees on brown soil near body of water during daytime

Goshen Springs

Mississippi · 32.4 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Tommys

Mississippi · 32.4 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Goshen Springs

Mississippi · 32.4 mi

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a large barge traveling down a river under a bridge

Highway 12 Bridge

Mississippi · 32.5 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Goshen Springs

Mississippi · 32.5 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Hard Cash Lake

Mississippi · 32.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Goodman.

Pickens, MS6 miDurant, MS10 miLexington, MS11 miVaughan, MS12 miCamden, MS13 miSallis, MS13 miWest, MS19 miMc Adams, MS20 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Goodman include Hillside National Wildlife Refuge, Hard Cash Lake, Holmes Community College. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Goodman?

Near Goodman 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 Goodman?

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