Best Places to Kayak Near Indianola, MS

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

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Top Picks Near Indianola

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Beulah Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Highway 8 Bridge

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

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Thaggard Road

A top-rated lake launch on Lake Lee

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US82 Bridge - Bouge Phalia

Mississippi · 11.0 mi

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Lakeside Street

Mississippi · 19.7 mi

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Highway 12 Bridge

Mississippi · 21.5 mi

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Murphy Road

Mississippi · 22.8 mi

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Hard Cash Lake

Mississippi · 22.9 mi

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Mathews Brake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

Mississippi · 23.5 mi

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Greenville (North)

Mississippi · 23.5 mi

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Mathews Brake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Mississippi · 23.9 mi

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Greenville (South)

Mississippi · 23.9 mi

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Brushy Lake

Mississippi · 25.5 mi

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Thaggard Road

Mississippi · 25.6 mi

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Lake Bolivar

Mississippi · 26.1 mi

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Little Round Lake

Mississippi · 26.1 mi

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Deerfield Road

Mississippi · 26.3 mi

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Little Eagle Lake

Mississippi · 27.3 mi

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Warfield Point Park

Mississippi · 27.5 mi

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Veterans Memorial Park

Mississippi · 27.7 mi

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Highway 8 Bridge

Mississippi · 29.0 mi

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Beulah Lake

Mississippi · 29.7 mi

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Beulah Lake

Mississippi · 30.4 mi

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Morgan Brake National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 30.5 mi

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Six Mile Lake

Mississippi · 30.9 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Greenville Bridge

Arkansas · 31.4 mi

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Lake Chicot State Park

Arkansas · 31.9 mi

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Mcintyre Scatters

Mississippi · 32.0 mi

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Bee Lake

Mississippi · 32.4 mi

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Lakeshore

Arkansas · 32.5 mi

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

Rocky Hole

Arkansas · 32.8 mi

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Lake Washington

Mississippi · 32.9 mi

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

Log Loader Lake

Mississippi · 33.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Indianola.

Holly Ridge, MS6 miInverness, MS7 miMoorhead, MS8 miSunflower, MS9 miShaw, MS13 miLeland, MS14 miIsola, MS14 miDoddsville, MS15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Indianola include Beulah Lake, Highway 8 Bridge, Thaggard Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Indianola?

Near Indianola 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 Indianola?

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