Best Places to Kayak Near Plaquemine, LA

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

30 nearby14 Bays7 Rivers5 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Plaquemine

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Iberville

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

BayBeginner1 mi away
Kayakers enjoy a sunset paddle on the water.2

Crescent

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Plaquemine

BayBeginner2 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Grosse Tete

Just 15 miles from Plaquemine — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner15 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Iberville

Louisiana · 0.5 mi

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Kayakers enjoy a sunset paddle on the water.

Crescent

Louisiana · 1.9 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Plaquemine

Louisiana · 2.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Grosse Tete

Louisiana · 5.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

The Parks

Louisiana · 5.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Sorrel

Louisiana · 9.2 mi

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a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Grand River

Louisiana · 9.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Sorrel

Louisiana · 9.4 mi

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Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

Louisiana · 9.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Upper Grand River

Louisiana · 10.5 mi

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a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Upper Grand River

Louisiana · 10.7 mi

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

Milford Wampold Memorial Park

Louisiana · 11.0 mi

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

Port Allen Lock

Louisiana · 11.6 mi

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a body of water with a dock in the middle of it

Natchez Bend Canal

Louisiana · 11.9 mi

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

City Park Lake

Louisiana · 12.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

South Boulevard

Louisiana · 12.3 mi

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

Pigeons Landing

Louisiana · 13.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Pigeon Landing

Louisiana · 13.8 mi

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

Grand River

Louisiana · 13.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Muddy Bayou

Louisiana · 14.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Sorrel

Louisiana · 14.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Manchac Road

Louisiana · 14.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Maringuoin

Louisiana · 14.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Grosse Tete

Louisiana · 15.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Maringouin

Louisiana · 17.4 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Cooper

Louisiana · 17.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Maringouin

Louisiana · 17.5 mi

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body of water surrounded by trees during daytime

Atchafalaya Basin Bridge (East)

Louisiana · 17.8 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Atchafalaya Basin Bridge (West)

Louisiana · 18.0 mi

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

Sportsman's Landing of Bayou Corne

Louisiana · 18.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Plaquemine.

Sunshine, LA5 miAddis, LA6 miBrusly, LA8 miWhite Castle, LA9 miCarville, LA10 miSaint Gabriel, LA10 miBaton Rouge, LA13 miGrosse Tete, LA14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Plaquemine include Iberville, Crescent, Grosse Tete. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Plaquemine?

Near Plaquemine 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 Plaquemine?

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