Best Places to Kayak Near Moorhead, MS

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

30 nearby22 Lakes6 Rivers2 Bays
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Top Picks Near Moorhead

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Sumner

Standout kayak fishing on Cassidy Bayou

BayBeginner35 mi away
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Hillside National Wildlife Refuge

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

BayBeginner33 mi away
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Beulah Lake

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

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Lakeside Street

Mississippi · 11.4 mi

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Mathews Brake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

Mississippi · 16.6 mi

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Mathews Brake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Mississippi · 17.0 mi

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Little Round Lake

Mississippi · 18.2 mi

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US82 Bridge - Bouge Phalia

Mississippi · 19.3 mi

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Veterans Memorial Park

Mississippi · 19.4 mi

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a large barge traveling down a river under a bridge

Highway 12 Bridge

Mississippi · 21.3 mi

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Highway 8 Bridge

Mississippi · 22.3 mi

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Six Mile Lake

Mississippi · 23.1 mi

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Hard Cash Lake

Mississippi · 23.4 mi

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Mcintyre Scatters

Mississippi · 24.1 mi

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Little Eagle Lake

Mississippi · 25.1 mi

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Morgan Brake National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 25.3 mi

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white and black train on rail tracks

Murphy Road

Mississippi · 26.9 mi

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Malmaison Road

Mississippi · 28.7 mi

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Bee Lake

Mississippi · 30.3 mi

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Greenville (North)

Mississippi · 31.8 mi

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Greenville (South)

Mississippi · 32.2 mi

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Brushy Lake

Mississippi · 32.6 mi

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Hillside National Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi · 32.6 mi

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Lake Bolivar

Mississippi · 32.8 mi

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Thaggard Road

Mississippi · 33.7 mi

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Deerfield Road

Mississippi · 34.5 mi

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Beulah Lake

Mississippi · 34.5 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Beulah Lake

Mississippi · 34.7 mi

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Sumner

Mississippi · 35.1 mi

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Warfield Point Park

Mississippi · 35.8 mi

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Highway 8 Bridge

Mississippi · 36.1 mi

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

Log Loader Lake

Mississippi · 37.5 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Highway 32 Bridge

Mississippi · 38.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Moorhead.

Indianola, MS8 miItta Bena, MS10 miSunflower, MS10 miInverness, MS10 miDoddsville, MS11 miMorgan City, MS12 miSwiftown, MS13 miSchlater, MS13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Moorhead include Sumner, Hillside National Wildlife Refuge, Beulah Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Moorhead?

Near Moorhead 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 Moorhead?

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