Best Places to Kayak Near Pearl River, LA

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

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Top Picks Near Pearl River

People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.1

Heritage Park

Standout kayak fishing on Bayou Bonfuca

BayBeginner8 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Bayou Lacombe

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

BayBeginner11 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Pontchartrain Boatyard

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Bonfouca

BayBeginner9 mi away
brown wooden house on lake

Highway 59 Bridge

Louisiana · 2.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Lock No. 1 Launch to West Pearl River

Louisiana · 4.2 mi

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body of water surrounded by trees during daytime

Lock No. 1 Launch to Navigational Canal

Louisiana · 4.3 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Davis Landing

Louisiana · 6.1 mi

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

Crawford's Landing

Louisiana · 7.5 mi

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People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.

Heritage Park

Louisiana · 8.0 mi

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Kayakers enjoy a sunset paddle on the water.

Marina Drive

Louisiana · 8.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Pontchartrain Boatyard

Louisiana · 8.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Slidell Marina

Louisiana · 8.6 mi

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

Marina

Louisiana · 9.4 mi

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red boat on body of water

Curtis Johnson Waterfront Park

Mississippi · 9.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

St. Genevieve Church

Louisiana · 9.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou LIberty

Louisiana · 9.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Lacombe

Louisiana · 11.0 mi

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

Indian Village Road

Louisiana · 11.1 mi

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red boat on body of water

Logtown

Mississippi · 11.6 mi

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A bird sitting on top of a fallen tree next to a body of water

Big Branch National Wildlife Refuge

Louisiana · 11.8 mi

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white boat on body of water during daytime

Walkiah Bluff

Mississippi · 12.2 mi

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a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

The Dock

Louisiana · 12.4 mi

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

Rigolets Bridge North

Louisiana · 12.6 mi

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a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

I-90 (West) - West Pearl River

Louisiana · 12.9 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Lazy J Campground

Louisiana · 13.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

I-90 (Central) - Morgan Bayou

Louisiana · 13.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Pearlington Landing

Mississippi · 13.8 mi

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People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.

Lake Road (North)

Louisiana · 13.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

LAke Road (South)

Louisiana · 14.0 mi

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

Marina

Louisiana · 14.2 mi

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

Highway 90 Bridge

Louisiana · 14.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Cane

Louisiana · 14.3 mi

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A man in a kayak in the middle of a body of water

Turtle Landing Fish Camp

Mississippi · 14.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Pearl River.

Nicholson, MS7 miSlidell, LA8 miLacombe, LA11 miPicayune, MS11 miTalisheek, LA11 miPearlington, MS14 miAbita Springs, LA15 miMandeville, LA18 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Pearl River, LA?

Top picks near Pearl River include Heritage Park, Bayou Lacombe, Pontchartrain Boatyard. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, bays, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Pearl River?

Near Pearl River 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 Pearl River?

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