Best Places to Kayak Near Guntown, MS

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

30 nearby16 Lakes9 Bays4 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Guntown

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Bay Springs Lake

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

BayBeginner28 mi away
A man in a kayak in the middle of a body of water2

Bay Springs Lake

Open-water sea kayaking access on McDougal Branch - Bay Springs Lake

BayBeginner27 mi away
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Bay Springs Lake

A top-rated bay launch on Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway - Bay Springs Lake

BayBeginner22 mi away
brown tree trunk on body of water

Lake Lamar Bruce

Mississippi · 3.3 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Elvis Presley Lake

Mississippi · 9.3 mi

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Tombigbee State Park

Mississippi · 14.2 mi

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white and black train on rail tracks

Tombigbee River

Mississippi · 16.0 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Old Nachez Trace State Park (East)

Mississippi · 16.2 mi

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Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock D

Mississippi · 16.7 mi

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Old Nachez Trace State Park (West)

Mississippi · 16.7 mi

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Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock D

Mississippi · 17.6 mi

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Beaver Lake

Mississippi · 17.7 mi

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

Tombigbee River

Mississippi · 18.6 mi

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

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock C

Mississippi · 18.9 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock C

Mississippi · 19.0 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock E

Mississippi · 19.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 21.7 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 21.8 mi

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white boat on body of water during daytime

Tombigbee River

Mississippi · 22.1 mi

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Pontotoc Lake

Mississippi · 22.7 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 22.9 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 23.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 23.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 23.2 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock B

Mississippi · 23.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 25.5 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 26.8 mi

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white and black wooden dock on body of water during daytime

Van Buren Road Bridge

Mississippi · 27.2 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Van Buren Road

Mississippi · 27.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 27.6 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Little Owl Lake

Mississippi · 27.9 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Tippah County Lake

Mississippi · 28.7 mi

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Highway 25 Bridge

Mississippi · 29.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Guntown.

Saltillo, MS4 miBaldwyn, MS8 miBlue Springs, MS9 miSherman, MS9 miWheeler, MS12 miMooreville, MS12 miTupelo, MS12 miBelden, MS12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Guntown include Bay Springs Lake, Bay Springs Lake, Bay Springs Lake. 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 Guntown?

Near Guntown 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 Guntown?

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