Best Places to Kayak Near Ponchatoula, LA

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

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Top Picks Near Ponchatoula

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Pete's Landing

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

BayBeginner16 mi away
A couple of boats that are sitting in the water2

Old Highway 51 (North)

Just 8 miles from Ponchatoula — the closest quality launch

CanalBeginner8 mi away
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees3

Owl Bayou

A top-rated canal launch on I-55 canal

CanalBeginner7 mi away
a stream running through a lush green forest

Wadesboro Road

Louisiana · 3.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a wooden dock sitting on top of a lush green field

Joyce Wildlife Management Area

Louisiana · 5.8 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Owl Bayou

Louisiana · 7.1 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Lee's Landing

Louisiana · 7.5 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Blood River Landing

Louisiana · 7.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Tickfaw Public Landing

Louisiana · 7.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Tickfaw Marina

Louisiana · 8.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A couple of boats that are sitting in the water

Old Highway 51 (North)

Louisiana · 8.5 mi

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

Marina

Louisiana · 8.7 mi

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

Old Highway 51 (South)

Louisiana · 9.4 mi

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

I-55 Bridge - North Pass

Louisiana · 9.4 mi

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

Akers

Louisiana · 10.6 mi

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

Bedico Creek Marina

Louisiana · 11.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Pete's Landing

Louisiana · 15.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Highway 55 Canal

Louisiana · 16.8 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

De Zaire Marina

Louisiana · 17.2 mi

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

Main Street Bridge

Louisiana · 17.3 mi

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

Madisonville

Louisiana · 17.3 mi

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

St. Tammany Parish-Madisonville

Louisiana · 17.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Marina Del Ray

Louisiana · 17.4 mi

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

Black Lake

Louisiana · 17.7 mi

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

Fairview-Riverside State Park

Louisiana · 17.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Azalea Estates

Louisiana · 19.6 mi

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

3 RIver Road

Louisiana · 19.6 mi

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

4th Street

Louisiana · 20.1 mi

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

Chinquapin Landing

Louisiana · 20.2 mi

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

Live Oak Street

Louisiana · 20.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden house on lake

Marina

Louisiana · 20.7 mi

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

Frenier Landing

Louisiana · 23.1 mi

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

Mandeville Beach

Louisiana · 23.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Ponchatoula.

Hammond, LA6 miNatalbany, LA8 miRobert, LA8 miSpringfield, LA8 miTickfaw, LA9 miAlbany, LA11 miAkers, LA11 miLoranger, LA11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Ponchatoula include Pete's Landing, Old Highway 51 (North), Owl Bayou. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Ponchatoula?

Near Ponchatoula 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 Ponchatoula?

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