Best Places to Kayak Near Livingston, LA

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

30 nearby14 Rivers7 Lakes5 Canals
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Top Picks Near Livingston

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Ascension Parish - Sorrento

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

BayBeginner20 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Pete's Landing

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Barbary

BayBeginner11 mi away
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Manchac Road

A top-rated bay launch on Alligator Bayou

BayBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Bayside Marina

Louisiana · 10.5 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Bayview Tavern and Tours Landing

Louisiana · 10.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Pete's Landing

Louisiana · 10.8 mi

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a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Fred's on the River

Louisiana · 11.1 mi

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a dock sitting on top of a lake next to a forest

Big John's Landing

Louisiana · 11.5 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Marina

Louisiana · 13.3 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Blood River Landing

Louisiana · 14.0 mi

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a dock sitting on top of a lake next to a forest

Marina

Louisiana · 14.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Tickfaw Public Landing

Louisiana · 14.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Tickfaw Marina

Louisiana · 14.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a dock sitting on top of a lake next to a forest

Chinquapin Landing

Louisiana · 15.0 mi

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a body of water with a dock in the middle of it

HIll Top Inn

Louisiana · 15.1 mi

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a dock sitting on top of a lake next to a forest

Live Oak Street

Louisiana · 15.1 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Canal Bank

Louisiana · 15.4 mi

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

Black Lake

Louisiana · 16.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Saveiro Canal

Louisiana · 16.6 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a stream running through a lush green forest

Wadesboro Road

Louisiana · 16.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Manchac Road

Louisiana · 18.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Ascension Parish - Sorrento

Louisiana · 20.1 mi

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

Joyce Wildlife Management Area

Louisiana · 22.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Owl Bayou

Louisiana · 23.1 mi

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A couple of boats that are sitting in the water

Old Highway 51 (North)

Louisiana · 23.9 mi

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

Milford Wampold Memorial Park

Louisiana · 24.1 mi

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

City Park Lake

Louisiana · 24.1 mi

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

Old Highway 51 (South)

Louisiana · 24.4 mi

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

I-55 Bridge - North Pass

Louisiana · 24.4 mi

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

Akers

Louisiana · 25.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

South Boulevard

Louisiana · 25.4 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Blind River

Louisiana · 25.8 mi

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

Port Allen Lock

Louisiana · 26.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Livingston.

Walker, LA6 miHolden, LA8 miFrench Settlement, LA10 miAlbany, LA11 miSpringfield, LA12 miDenham Springs, LA12 miWatson, LA13 miMaurepas, LA14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Livingston include Ascension Parish - Sorrento, Pete's Landing, Manchac Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Livingston?

Near Livingston 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 Livingston?

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