Best Places to Kayak Near Oakdale, LA

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

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Top Picks Near Oakdale

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Eunice

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

BayBeginner25 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk2

Lake Buhlow

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner38 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk3

Indian Creek Recreation Area

A top-rated lake launch on Indian Creek Lake

LakeBeginner23 mi away
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Highway 10 Bridge

Louisiana · 1.3 mi

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

Calcasieu River at Oakdale City Park

Louisiana · 1.4 mi

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

Crooked Creek Reservoir

Louisiana · 11.2 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

State Hwy 26

Louisiana · 15.2 mi

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

Whiskey Chitto Bridge (East Bank)

Louisiana · 15.9 mi

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

Martin Springs Boat Ramp

Louisiana · 22.2 mi

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

Long Field Road Ramp

Louisiana · 22.8 mi

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

Lake Chicot (North)

Louisiana · 23.1 mi

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

Fullerton Lake

Louisiana · 23.3 mi

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

Indian Creek Recreation Area

Louisiana · 23.4 mi

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

Lake Chicot (South)

Louisiana · 23.4 mi

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

Lake Chicot (Middle)

Louisiana · 23.5 mi

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

Eunice City Park

Louisiana · 24.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Eunice

Louisiana · 25.3 mi

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

Ray Koonce Landing

Louisiana · 26.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Highway 190 Bridge

Louisiana · 26.3 mi

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

Spillway Park

Louisiana · 26.4 mi

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

Clark's Landing Road

Louisiana · 27.0 mi

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

Hopewell Bridge

Louisiana · 27.5 mi

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

Kincaid Reservoir (South)

Louisiana · 30.9 mi

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

Kincaid Reservoir (East)

Louisiana · 31.4 mi

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

Tunk's Landing

Louisiana · 32.5 mi

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

Poland Lock and Dam Landing

Louisiana · 33.2 mi

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

Ruby

Louisiana · 33.4 mi

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

Cotile Lake (South)

Louisiana · 33.4 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Grand Bend

Louisiana · 34.3 mi

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

Cotile Lake (North)

Louisiana · 35.6 mi

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

Cotile Recreation Area

Louisiana · 35.8 mi

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

Alexandria

Louisiana · 36.8 mi

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

Lake Buhlow

Louisiana · 38.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Oakdale.

Elizabeth, LA8 miGlenmora, LA11 miPine Prairie, LA14 miLongleaf, LA15 miOberlin, LA15 miTurkey Creek, LA15 miSaint Landry, LA16 miForest Hill, LA17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Oakdale include Eunice, Lake Buhlow, Indian Creek Recreation Area. 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 Oakdale?

Near Oakdale 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 Oakdale?

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