Best Places to Kayak Near Port Barre, LA
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Port Barre, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Port Barre
1Bayou Teche
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Parc des Ponts Breaux Teche
Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Teche
3Sherburne Wildlife Management Area
Just 14 miles from Port Barre — the closest quality launch
Port Barre
Louisiana · 1.7 mi
Bayou Road
Louisiana · 2.6 mi
Highway 190 Bridge Darbonne
Louisiana · 3.9 mi
The Levee Landing
Louisiana · 4.3 mi
Courtableau Bayou Outlet Channel
Louisiana · 4.5 mi
Bayou Teche
Louisiana · 5.7 mi
Bayou Teche
Louisiana · 5.9 mi
Kimbleton Lane
Louisiana · 6.0 mi
Old Highway 190 Bridge
Louisiana · 8.2 mi
Washington
Louisiana · 8.6 mi
Borrow Pit at Bayou Portage
Louisiana · 9.3 mi
Bayou Courtableau
Louisiana · 9.6 mi
Bayou Portage Guidry
Louisiana · 10.7 mi
Krotz Springs Campground
Louisiana · 10.7 mi
Half Moon Lake
Louisiana · 10.7 mi
Krotz Springs
Louisiana · 11.0 mi
Little Alabama Bayou Landing
Louisiana · 12.7 mi
Sherburne Wildlife Management Area
Louisiana · 12.8 mi
Sherburne Wildlife Management Area
Louisiana · 13.8 mi
Marina
Louisiana · 14.5 mi
Camp Lane
Louisiana · 15.0 mi
Atchafalaya River
Louisiana · 15.1 mi
Bayou Rouge
Louisiana · 15.4 mi
Bayou Rouge
Louisiana · 16.3 mi
Bayou Amy
Louisiana · 18.1 mi
Kern's Landing
Louisiana · 18.1 mi
Henderson
Louisiana · 18.4 mi
Atchafalaya Basin I-10 Bridge (West)
Louisiana · 18.6 mi
Parc des Ponts Breaux Teche
Louisiana · 18.8 mi
Atchafalaya Basin Landing
Louisiana · 19.1 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Port Barre, LA?
Top picks near Port Barre include Bayou Teche, Parc des Ponts Breaux Teche, Sherburne Wildlife Management Area. 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 Port Barre?
Near Port Barre 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 Port Barre?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Port Barre are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.