Best Places to Kayak Near Mandeville, LA

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

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Top Picks Near Mandeville

People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.1

Heritage Park

Standout kayak fishing on Bayou Bonfuca

BayBeginner19 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Bayou Lacombe

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

BayBeginner10 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Pontchartrain Boatyard

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Bonfouca

BayBeginner19 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Mandeville

Louisiana · 2.7 mi

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

Mandeville Beach

Louisiana · 2.8 mi

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

3 RIver Road

Louisiana · 3.9 mi

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

Fairview-Riverside State Park

Louisiana · 4.3 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Marina Del Ray

Louisiana · 4.7 mi

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

St. Tammany Parish-Madisonville

Louisiana · 4.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

De Zaire Marina

Louisiana · 4.9 mi

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

Main Street Bridge

Louisiana · 5.0 mi

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

Madisonville

Louisiana · 5.0 mi

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

4th Street

Louisiana · 5.1 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Azalea Estates

Louisiana · 5.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Cane

Louisiana · 5.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Lacombe

Louisiana · 10.3 mi

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People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.

Lake Road (North)

Louisiana · 10.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

LAke Road (South)

Louisiana · 10.9 mi

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

Bedico Creek Marina

Louisiana · 11.1 mi

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

Marina

Louisiana · 11.2 mi

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

Big Branch National Wildlife Refuge

Louisiana · 12.4 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Lee's Landing

Louisiana · 14.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

St. Genevieve Church

Louisiana · 16.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou LIberty

Louisiana · 16.2 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Lazy J Campground

Louisiana · 18.2 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
body of water surrounded by trees during daytime

Lock No. 1 Launch to Navigational Canal

Louisiana · 18.3 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Lock No. 1 Launch to West Pearl River

Louisiana · 18.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Slidell Marina

Louisiana · 18.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Pontchartrain Boatyard

Louisiana · 18.7 mi

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Kayakers enjoy a sunset paddle on the water.

Marina Drive

Louisiana · 18.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.

Heritage Park

Louisiana · 19.0 mi

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

Rigolets Bridge North

Louisiana · 19.1 mi

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

Fisherman's Landing

Louisiana · 19.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Mandeville.

Madisonville, LA7 miCovington, LA7 miAbita Springs, LA8 miLacombe, LA10 miSaint Benedict, LA10 miTalisheek, LA16 miFolsom, LA17 miBush, LA17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Mandeville include Heritage Park, Bayou Lacombe, Pontchartrain Boatyard. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Mandeville?

Near Mandeville 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 Mandeville?

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