Best Places to Kayak Near Madisonville, LA

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

30 nearby9 Rivers7 Lakes7 Canals
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Top Picks Near Madisonville

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Bayou Lacombe

Standout kayak fishing on the bay

BayBeginner17 mi away
People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.2

Lake Road (North)

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

BayBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

LAke Road (South)

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Lacombe

BayBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

De Zaire Marina

Louisiana · 1.9 mi

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

St. Tammany Parish-Madisonville

Louisiana · 2.2 mi

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

Fairview-Riverside State Park

Louisiana · 2.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Marina Del Ray

Louisiana · 2.4 mi

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

Main Street Bridge

Louisiana · 3.3 mi

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

Madisonville

Louisiana · 3.6 mi

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

3 RIver Road

Louisiana · 3.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Azalea Estates

Louisiana · 4.3 mi

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

4th Street

Louisiana · 4.7 mi

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

Bedico Creek Marina

Louisiana · 5.3 mi

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

Mandeville Beach

Louisiana · 8.9 mi

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

Mandeville

Louisiana · 8.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Lee's Landing

Louisiana · 8.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Cane

Louisiana · 12.1 mi

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

Joyce Wildlife Management Area

Louisiana · 15.1 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Owl Bayou

Louisiana · 15.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A couple of boats that are sitting in the water

Old Highway 51 (North)

Louisiana · 15.6 mi

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

Old Highway 51 (South)

Louisiana · 15.9 mi

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

I-55 Bridge - North Pass

Louisiana · 16.0 mi

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

Akers

Louisiana · 16.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Lacombe

Louisiana · 16.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.

Lake Road (North)

Louisiana · 17.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

LAke Road (South)

Louisiana · 17.2 mi

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

Marina

Louisiana · 17.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a stream running through a lush green forest

Wadesboro Road

Louisiana · 18.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A bird sitting on top of a fallen tree next to a body of water

Big Branch National Wildlife Refuge

Louisiana · 19.0 mi

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

Lazy J Campground

Louisiana · 21.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Highway 55 Canal

Louisiana · 22.1 mi

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

Fisherman's Landing

Louisiana · 22.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Tickfaw Public Landing

Louisiana · 22.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Madisonville.

Covington, LA6 miMandeville, LA7 miSaint Benedict, LA8 miRobert, LA11 miAbita Springs, LA11 miFolsom, LA13 miLoranger, LA15 miPonchatoula, LA16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Madisonville include Bayou Lacombe, Lake Road (North), LAke Road (South). 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 Madisonville?

Near Madisonville 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 Madisonville?

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