Best Places to Kayak Near Mantachie, MS

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

30 nearby16 Lakes9 Bays4 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Mantachie

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Bay Springs Lake

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

BayBeginner22 mi away
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Bay Springs Lake

Open-water sea kayaking access on McDougal Branch - Bay Springs Lake

BayBeginner20 mi away
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Bay Springs Lake

A top-rated bay launch on Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway - Bay Springs Lake

BayBeginner16 mi away
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Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock D

Mississippi · 5.9 mi

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Beaver Lake

Mississippi · 6.2 mi

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white and black train on rail tracks

Tombigbee River

Mississippi · 6.4 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock C

Mississippi · 6.7 mi

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

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock C

Mississippi · 7.0 mi

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Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock D

Mississippi · 7.1 mi

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

Tombigbee River

Mississippi · 7.2 mi

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Elvis Presley Lake

Mississippi · 9.6 mi

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Lake Lamar Bruce

Mississippi · 10.1 mi

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Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock E

Mississippi · 10.8 mi

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Tombigbee River

Mississippi · 11.0 mi

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Tombigbee State Park

Mississippi · 11.6 mi

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Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock B

Mississippi · 12.0 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 15.2 mi

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people riding yellow and blue kayaks on body of water during daytime

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 15.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 15.8 mi

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Van Buren Road Bridge

Mississippi · 17.0 mi

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Van Buren Road

Mississippi · 17.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 17.1 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 17.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 17.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 19.3 mi

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Highway 25 Bridge

Mississippi · 19.6 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 20.5 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock B

Mississippi · 20.8 mi

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Smithville Marina

Mississippi · 20.8 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 22.1 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Old Nachez Trace State Park (East)

Mississippi · 23.6 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock A

Mississippi · 24.2 mi

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Old Nachez Trace State Park (West)

Mississippi · 24.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Mantachie.

Mooreville, MS8 miFulton, MS9 miSaltillo, MS10 miMarietta, MS10 miGuntown, MS13 miPlantersville, MS13 miBaldwyn, MS14 miNew Site, MS14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Mantachie include Bay Springs Lake, Bay Springs Lake, Bay Springs Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Mantachie?

Near Mantachie 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 Mantachie?

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