Best Places to Kayak Near Jackson, LA

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

30 nearby17 Rivers7 Lakes3 Bays
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Top Picks Near Jackson

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Grosse Tete

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

BayBeginner30 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Bayou Maringouin

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner35 mi away
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills3

Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

A top-rated ocean launch on the ocean

OceanBeginner30 mi away
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Mississippi River at St. Francisville

Louisiana · 10.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Jim's Marina

Louisiana · 14.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Main Street East

Louisiana · 15.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Morel's

Louisiana · 15.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Point Breeze

Louisiana · 16.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Island Road

Louisiana · 18.7 mi

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

Beuches Boat Landing

Louisiana · 19.5 mi

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

Morganza Spillway

Louisiana · 22.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Old River Landing

Louisiana · 22.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Raccourci River

Louisiana · 23.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Knox Landing

Louisiana · 26.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

South Boulevard

Louisiana · 27.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and black boat on river during daytime

Buffalo River

Mississippi · 27.2 mi

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

Port Allen Lock

Louisiana · 27.3 mi

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

City Park Lake

Louisiana · 28.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Highway 15 Bridge

Louisiana · 28.9 mi

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

Milford Wampold Memorial Park

Louisiana · 29.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Grosse Tete

Louisiana · 30.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

Louisiana · 30.5 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Lake Mary

Mississippi · 30.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Atchafalaya River

Louisiana · 31.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Camp Lane

Louisiana · 31.3 mi

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

Homochitto River

Mississippi · 31.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Rouge

Louisiana · 32.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
body of water surrounded by trees during daytime

Atchafalaya Basin Bridge (East)

Louisiana · 33.7 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Atchafalaya Basin Bridge (West)

Louisiana · 33.8 mi

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

Lower Sunk Lake

Louisiana · 34.9 mi

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

Hogpen

Louisiana · 35.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Maringouin

Louisiana · 35.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Atchafalaya River

Louisiana · 35.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Jackson.

Ethel, LA7 miWakefield, LA8 miSaint Francisville, LA10 miSlaughter, LA11 miWilson, LA13 miZachary, LA13 miNorwood, LA13 miVentress, LA14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Jackson, LA?

Top picks near Jackson include Grosse Tete, Bayou Maringouin, Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Jackson?

Near Jackson 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 Jackson?

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