Best Places to Kayak Near Lamar, MS

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

30 nearby18 Lakes11 Rivers1 Canal
← All paddling in Mississippi

Top Picks Near Lamar

Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline1

Smithbridge Road Bridge

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

CanalBeginner40 mi away
brown tree trunk on body of water2

Arkabutla Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner42 mi away
brown tree trunk on body of water3

Wall Doxey State Park

A top-rated lake launch on Spring Lake

LakeBeginner20 mi away
brown tree trunk on body of water

Chewalla Lake

Mississippi · 13.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Wall Doxey State Park

Mississippi · 20.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Tippah County Lake

Mississippi · 22.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with plants and trees around it

Herb Parsons Lake

Tennessee · 22.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
body of water near mountain during daytime

Whiteville Lake

Tennessee · 27.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white boat on body of water during daytime

Road 297

Mississippi · 28.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 30.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a kayak in the water with a fallen tree in the background

Highway 57

Tennessee · 30.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Highway 18

Tennessee · 31.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Highway 64

Tennessee · 31.2 mi

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

Powell Chapel

Tennessee · 31.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 33.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Highway 100

Tennessee · 33.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 33.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Puskus Lake

Mississippi · 33.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 35.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 35.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 36.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a lake from a kayak

Highway 51

Tennessee · 37.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees in the background

Hop In

Tennessee · 38.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Big Eddy

Tennessee · 38.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Smithbridge Road Bridge

Mississippi · 40.0 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Arkabutla Lake Coldwater Point

Mississippi · 40.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Hatchie River

Tennessee · 41.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 41.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees in the background

Highway 76

Tennessee · 41.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Arkabutla Lake

Mississippi · 41.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 42.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 42.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 43.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Lamar.

La Grange, TN9 miMoscow, TN9 miMichigan City, MS10 miAshland, MS11 miRed Banks, MS12 miMount Pleasant, MS12 miHolly Springs, MS13 miGrand Junction, TN13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Lamar include Smithbridge Road Bridge, Arkabutla Lake, Wall Doxey State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Lamar?

Near Lamar 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 Lamar?

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