Best Places to Kayak Near Madden, MS

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

30 nearby13 Rivers8 Lakes8 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Madden

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Golden Memorial Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner10 mi away
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Lake Tiak-O' Khata

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

LakeBeginner32 mi away
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Roosevelt State Park

A top-rated lake launch on Shadow Lake

LakeBeginner32 mi away
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Battle Bluff Road Bridge

Mississippi · 4.9 mi

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Highway 35 Bridge

Mississippi · 8.4 mi

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Golden Memorial Lake

Mississippi · 9.7 mi

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Highway 19 Bridge

Mississippi · 17.1 mi

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Burnside Park

Mississippi · 18.8 mi

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Highway 15 Bridge

Mississippi · 18.9 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 20.9 mi

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Neshoba County Lake

Mississippi · 21.6 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 21.9 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 22.0 mi

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Coal Bluff

Mississippi · 24.6 mi

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Ratliff Ferry

Mississippi · 27.8 mi

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

Nanih Waiya State Park

Mississippi · 29.1 mi

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Pearl River

Mississippi · 31.0 mi

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Pearl River State Wildlife Management Area

Mississippi · 31.6 mi

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Lake Tiak-O' Khata

Mississippi · 32.0 mi

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Roosevelt State Park

Mississippi · 32.5 mi

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

Big Black River

Mississippi · 34.2 mi

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Goshen Springs

Mississippi · 34.7 mi

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Goshen Springs

Mississippi · 34.8 mi

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Goshen Springs

Mississippi · 34.8 mi

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Tommys

Mississippi · 34.9 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Safe Harbor

Mississippi · 35.1 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Marathon Lake

Mississippi · 35.2 mi

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Highway 12 Bridge

Mississippi · 35.8 mi

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Gin Creek

Mississippi · 35.9 mi

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Holmes Community College

Mississippi · 36.1 mi

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Twitley Branch Park

Mississippi · 36.4 mi

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Legion Lake

Mississippi · 36.5 mi

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Collinsville Park

Mississippi · 36.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Madden.

Walnut Grove, MS7 miSebastopol, MS10 miCarthage, MS10 miLena, MS11 miPhiladelphia, MS16 miHarperville, MS16 miLittle Rock, MS16 miConehatta, MS18 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Madden include Golden Memorial Lake, Lake Tiak-O' Khata, Roosevelt State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Madden?

Near Madden 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 Madden?

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