Best Places to Kayak Near Gunnison, MS

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

30 nearby14 Lakes12 Rivers4 Bays
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Top Picks Near Gunnison

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Sumner

Standout kayak fishing on Cassidy Bayou

BayBeginner32 mi away
brown tree trunk on body of water2

Beulah Lake

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

LakeBeginner11 mi away
brown tree trunk on body of water3

Desoto Trail Landing

A top-rated lake launch on Desoto Lake

LakeBeginner17 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Dennis Landing

Arkansas · 5.2 mi

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red boat on body of water

Canaday Road

Mississippi · 5.2 mi

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white and black boat on river during daytime

Mississippi River - Rosedale

Mississippi · 7.2 mi

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

Great River Road State Park

Mississippi · 9.0 mi

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

Log Loader Lake

Mississippi · 10.0 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Beulah Lake

Mississippi · 11.2 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Beulah Lake

Mississippi · 13.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Topper Landing

Arkansas · 14.0 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Desoto Lake (South)

Arkansas · 14.1 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Hillhouse Landing

Mississippi · 14.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Desoto Lake (East)

Arkansas · 16.6 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Desoto Trail Landing

Mississippi · 16.6 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Jacks Bay Landing

Arkansas · 17.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Merrisach Lake

Arkansas · 20.2 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Wilbur D. Mills Campground

Arkansas · 21.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Notrebes Bend Recreation Area

Arkansas · 21.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Wilbur D. Mills Dam

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Lake Bolivar

Mississippi · 23.7 mi

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white and black wooden dock on body of water during daytime

Fannell Road

Mississippi · 24.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moore Bayou Recreation Area

Arkansas · 25.3 mi

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

McCallie

Arkansas · 25.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Highway 165 Bridge

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

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

Rocky Hole

Arkansas · 27.8 mi

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

Moore Farms Kate Adams Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 29.4 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Horseshoe Lake

Mississippi · 29.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 30.7 mi

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Kayakers enjoy a sunset paddle on the water.

Cooper Road

Arkansas · 31.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

River View Drive

Arkansas · 31.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Sumner

Mississippi · 32.4 mi

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A person in a kayak in the water

Mississippi River

Mississippi · 36.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Gunnison.

Rosedale, MS8 miSnow Lake, AR10 miShelby, MS10 miWinstonville, MS11 miBeulah, MS11 miPace, MS11 miDuncan, MS12 miMound Bayou, MS12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Gunnison include Sumner, Beulah Lake, Desoto Trail Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Gunnison?

Near Gunnison 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 Gunnison?

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