Best Places to Kayak Near Mamou, LA

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

30 nearby16 Bays7 Lakes6 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Mamou

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Bayou Teche

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

BayBeginner29 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Bayou Plaquemine

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner31 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Port Barre

A top-rated bay launch on Bayou Courtableau

BayBeginner28 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Eunice City Park

Louisiana · 10.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Eunice

Louisiana · 11.1 mi

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

Crooked Creek Reservoir

Louisiana · 13.0 mi

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

Lake Chicot (South)

Louisiana · 13.2 mi

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

Lake Chicot (Middle)

Louisiana · 14.4 mi

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

Lake Chicot (North)

Louisiana · 15.1 mi

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

Calcasieu River at Oakdale City Park

Louisiana · 19.1 mi

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

Highway 10 Bridge

Louisiana · 19.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Courtableau

Louisiana · 21.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Washington

Louisiana · 22.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

State Hwy 26

Louisiana · 23.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Teche

Louisiana · 28.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Port Barre

Louisiana · 28.4 mi

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

Whiskey Chitto Bridge (East Bank)

Louisiana · 28.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Teche

Louisiana · 28.9 mi

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

Martin Springs Boat Ramp

Louisiana · 30.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Marina

Louisiana · 31.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Highway 190 Bridge

Louisiana · 31.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Plaquemine

Louisiana · 31.3 mi

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

Long Field Road Ramp

Louisiana · 31.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Jennings City Park

Louisiana · 31.5 mi

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

Indian Creek Recreation Area

Louisiana · 32.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Road

Louisiana · 32.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Highway 90 Bridge

Louisiana · 33.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Highway 190 Bridge Darbonne

Louisiana · 33.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

The Levee Landing

Louisiana · 34.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Courtableau Bayou Outlet Channel

Louisiana · 34.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Rouge

Louisiana · 34.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Kimbleton Lane

Louisiana · 35.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Borrow Pit at Bayou Portage

Louisiana · 36.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Mamou.

Reddell, LA2 miChataignier, LA8 miVille Platte, LA9 miPine Prairie, LA9 miEunice, LA10 miSaint Landry, LA13 miBasile, LA14 miTurkey Creek, LA16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Mamou include Bayou Teche, Bayou Plaquemine, Port Barre. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Mamou?

Near Mamou 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 Mamou?

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