Best Places to Kayak Near Ripley, MS

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

30 nearby14 Lakes9 Bays6 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Ripley

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Bay Springs Lake

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

BayBeginner38 mi away
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Bay Springs Lake

Open-water sea kayaking access on McDougal Branch - Bay Springs Lake

BayBeginner39 mi away
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Bay Springs Lake

A top-rated bay launch on Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway - Bay Springs Lake

BayBeginner35 mi away
brown tree trunk on body of water

Tippah County Lake

Mississippi · 3.2 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Smithbridge Road Bridge

Mississippi · 22.3 mi

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Highway 57

Tennessee · 22.4 mi

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Chewalla Lake

Mississippi · 23.5 mi

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

Powell Chapel

Tennessee · 26.7 mi

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Lake Lamar Bruce

Mississippi · 28.8 mi

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Wall Doxey State Park

Mississippi · 31.4 mi

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Puskus Lake

Mississippi · 32.7 mi

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Road 297

Mississippi · 33.8 mi

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Highway 64

Tennessee · 34.0 mi

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Old Nachez Trace State Park (West)

Mississippi · 34.3 mi

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Old Nachez Trace State Park (East)

Mississippi · 34.3 mi

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Elvis Presley Lake

Mississippi · 34.7 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 35.4 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 35.6 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Divide Cut Tenn-Tom Waterway US 72

Mississippi · 35.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 35.9 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 36.2 mi

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Pontotoc Lake

Mississippi · 36.2 mi

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white and black train on rail tracks

Tombigbee River

Mississippi · 36.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 36.3 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock D

Mississippi · 36.7 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Highway 18

Tennessee · 36.8 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 37.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 37.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 37.8 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock E

Mississippi · 38.0 mi

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Bay Springs Lake

Mississippi · 38.6 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Beaver Lake

Mississippi · 39.2 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Lock D

Mississippi · 39.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Ripley.

Falkner, MS6 miBlue Mountain, MS7 miDumas, MS10 miTiplersville, MS11 miWalnut, MS14 miAshland, MS16 miHickory Flat, MS17 miMichigan City, MS17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Ripley, MS?

Top picks near Ripley include Bay Springs Lake, Bay Springs Lake, Bay Springs Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Ripley?

Near Ripley 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 Ripley?

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