Best Places to Kayak Near New Baden, TX

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

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Top Picks Near New Baden

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Highway 21 Bridge Access

A top-rated river launch on Brazos River

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Lake Madison Park

Standout kayak fishing on Town Branch - Lake Madison

LakeBeginner32 mi away
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New City Lake

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

LakeBeginner32 mi away
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Old San Antonio Road Bridge

Texas · 12.3 mi

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a boathouse sitting on the edge of a lake

BRA Park #1

Texas · 20.0 mi

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brown trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

FM 979 Bridge - Brazos River

Texas · 20.2 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Liberty Rock RV Park at Running Branch Marina

Texas · 20.6 mi

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Leon County Park

Texas · 21.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Limestone County Road 892

Texas · 24.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

LCR 913

Texas · 24.9 mi

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Limestone County Road 882

Texas · 26.0 mi

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Limestone County Park #2

Texas · 26.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Limestone County Park #3

Texas · 27.6 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Fort Boggy State Park

Texas · 28.3 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Lenamon Lease Road

Texas · 28.9 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Brazos River

Texas · 29.9 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Brazos River @ Hwy 21

Texas · 30.1 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Lake Madison Park

Texas · 31.8 mi

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a boat on the water

New City Lake

Texas · 32.0 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Falls on the Brazos Park

Texas · 32.1 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Brazos River @ FM 60

Texas · 34.0 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Highway 21 Bridge Access

Texas · 34.1 mi

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silhouette of bridge over body of water during sunset

Highway 7 Bridge

Texas · 35.9 mi

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a body of water with land in the distance

Gibbons Creek Reservoir

Texas · 37.3 mi

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a boathouse sitting on the edge of a lake

Fort Parker State Park

Texas · 38.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a mountain

Navasota River

Texas · 39.1 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Trinity River

Texas · 40.5 mi

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brown trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

Highway 21 Bridge

Texas · 43.2 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Forest Ranch Road

Texas · 45.0 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by a forest

Tradinghouse Lake Park

Texas · 46.2 mi

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brown leafless trees beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

McLennan County Park

Texas · 46.7 mi

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green water lilies on water

Sommerfeld Drive

Texas · 46.8 mi

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green water lilies on water

Pavelka Drive

Texas · 46.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of New Baden.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near New Baden, TX?

Top picks near New Baden include Highway 21 Bridge Access, Lake Madison Park, New City Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near New Baden?

Near New Baden 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 New Baden?

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