Best Places to Kayak Near Olive Branch, MS

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

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Top Picks Near Olive Branch

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Sarah Road Bridge

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

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Arkabutla Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Wall Doxey State Park

A top-rated lake launch on Spring Lake

LakeBeginner29 mi away
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Lakeview Road

Mississippi · 16.5 mi

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Riverside Park Marina

Tennessee · 16.7 mi

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Arkabutla Lake Coldwater Point

Mississippi · 17.1 mi

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

Arkabutla Lake

Mississippi · 18.0 mi

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Mud Island Marina

Tennessee · 18.2 mi

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Arkabutla Lake

Mississippi · 18.4 mi

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a body of water with plants and trees around it

Herb Parsons Lake

Tennessee · 18.5 mi

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Arkabutla Lake

Mississippi · 18.8 mi

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Arkabutla Lake

Mississippi · 19.0 mi

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Arkabutla Lake

Mississippi · 20.4 mi

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Arkabutla Lake

Mississippi · 20.5 mi

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Bass Landing

Mississippi · 22.2 mi

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Wall Doxey State Park

Mississippi · 29.3 mi

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

Meeman Shelby

Tennessee · 29.7 mi

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Arkabutla Road

Mississippi · 30.0 mi

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Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 31.9 mi

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Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 32.5 mi

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Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 32.5 mi

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Chewalla Lake

Mississippi · 32.7 mi

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Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 34.3 mi

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Sarah Road Bridge

Mississippi · 34.5 mi

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Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 34.6 mi

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Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 35.0 mi

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Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 35.3 mi

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Midway Lake

Arkansas · 35.9 mi

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Road 297

Mississippi · 36.2 mi

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Mhoon Landing

Mississippi · 36.4 mi

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Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 36.5 mi

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Glen Springs

Tennessee · 36.7 mi

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Sardis Lake

Mississippi · 36.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Olive Branch.

Memphis, TN8 miSouthaven, MS9 miNesbit, MS9 miGermantown, TN10 miByhalia, MS11 miHorn Lake, MS11 miCollierville, TN13 miHernando, MS13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Olive Branch, MS?

Top picks near Olive Branch include Sarah Road Bridge, Arkabutla Lake, Wall Doxey State Park. 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 Olive Branch?

Near Olive Branch 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 Olive Branch?

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