Best Places to Kayak Near Santa Anna, TX

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

30 nearby13 Lakes9 Bays5 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Santa Anna

2 person riding on blue and red boat under brown concrete bridge during daytime1

Riverside Park

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

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Fabis Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Pecan Bayou

BayBeginner20 mi away
2 person riding on blue and red boat under brown concrete bridge during daytime3

Mountain View Lane

A top-rated bay launch on Pecan Bayou - Lake Brownwood

BayBeginner16 mi away
black and white cat on boat during daytime

Lake Sealy

Texas · 4.4 mi

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Hords Creek Lake

Texas · 10.0 mi

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a boathouse sitting on the edge of a lake

Old City Lake - Soil Conservation Service Site 38a

Texas · 10.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jim Ned Creek

Texas · 13.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Lake Scarborough

Texas · 14.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Hords Creek Lake (SE)

Texas · 16.0 mi

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2 person riding on blue and red boat under brown concrete bridge during daytime

Mountain View Lane

Texas · 16.1 mi

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A large body of water sitting under a blue sky

Hords Creek Lake (NE)

Texas · 16.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and a mountain

Hords Creek Lake (NW)

Texas · 16.9 mi

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a boathouse sitting on the edge of a lake

Hords Creek Lake (SW)

Texas · 17.1 mi

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man in black shorts standing on water during daytime

Flatrock Park

Texas · 17.4 mi

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Colorado River

Texas · 19.7 mi

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Colorado River

Texas · 19.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Camp Bowie Reservoir

Texas · 19.8 mi

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Colorado River

Texas · 19.9 mi

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black and white cat on boat during daytime

Lake Brownwood State Park

Texas · 20.2 mi

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2 person riding on blue and red boat under brown concrete bridge during daytime

Riverside Park

Texas · 20.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Fabis Park

Texas · 20.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Lake Brownwood Dam

Texas · 20.4 mi

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a large body of water next to a rocky cliff

FM 2559 Bridge - Pecan Bayou

Texas · 21.1 mi

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Colorado River

Texas · 21.7 mi

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Colorado River

Texas · 21.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Kennedy Recreation Area

Texas · 22.9 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Pecan Bayou

Texas · 23.2 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by a forest

Padgitt Recreation Area

Texas · 23.3 mi

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sail boat on body of water

Playin Hooky Marina

Texas · 23.4 mi

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A large body of water sitting under a blue sky

Press Morris Park

Texas · 23.4 mi

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sail boat on body of water

Quail Creek RV Park

Texas · 23.5 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by a forest

Concho Park Marina

Texas · 25.7 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Pecan Bayou

Texas · 26.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Santa Anna.

Coleman, TX10 miBangs, TX13 miVoss, TX14 miValera, TX15 miRockwood, TX15 miGouldbusk, TX16 miBrookesmith, TX18 miBurkett, TX20 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Santa Anna, TX?

Top picks near Santa Anna include Riverside Park, Fabis Park, Mountain View Lane. 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 Santa Anna?

Near Santa Anna 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 Santa Anna?

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