Best Places to Kayak Near Houston, MS
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Houston, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Houston
1Dam Site
Standout kayak fishing on Tennessee - Tombigbee Waterway (Aberdeen Lake)
2US45 Bridge - Tennessee
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
3Rowell Cove
A top-rated lake launch on Tennessee - Tombigbee Waterway (Aberdeen Lake)
Rose Hill Lake
Mississippi · 6.0 mi
Davis Lake
Mississippi · 10.1 mi
Little Owl Lake
Mississippi · 11.6 mi
Pontotoc Lake
Mississippi · 23.0 mi
Lake Monroe
Mississippi · 23.2 mi
Highway 278 Bridge
Mississippi · 24.5 mi
Old Nachez Trace State Park (West)
Mississippi · 24.6 mi
Old Nachez Trace State Park (East)
Mississippi · 24.7 mi
Rowell Cove
Mississippi · 24.9 mi
Becker Bottoms
Mississippi · 25.3 mi
Dam Site
Mississippi · 25.4 mi
US45 Bridge - Tennessee
Mississippi · 26.3 mi
Aberdeen Marina
Mississippi · 26.7 mi
Oktibbeha County Lake
Mississippi · 27.0 mi
Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock A
Mississippi · 29.1 mi
Richardson Lake Cutoff
Mississippi · 29.7 mi
Tombigbee State Park
Mississippi · 29.9 mi
Old Tibbee Road Bridge
Mississippi · 31.7 mi
Barton Ferry
Mississippi · 32.4 mi
Elvis Presley Lake
Mississippi · 33.0 mi
Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock B
Mississippi · 33.1 mi
Smithville Marina
Mississippi · 33.5 mi
Stinson Creek Cutoff
Mississippi · 34.0 mi
Stinson Creek
Mississippi · 35.1 mi
Highway 25 Bridge
Mississippi · 35.4 mi
Waverly Cutoff
Mississippi · 35.6 mi
Grenada Lake
Mississippi · 35.8 mi
Van Buren Road Bridge
Mississippi · 36.0 mi
Van Buren Road
Mississippi · 36.4 mi
Grenada Lake
Mississippi · 36.8 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Houston, MS?
Top picks near Houston include Dam Site, US45 Bridge - Tennessee, Rowell Cove. 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 Houston?
Near Houston 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 Houston?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Houston are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.