Best Places to Kayak Near Soso, MS

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

30 nearby13 Rivers10 Lakes6 Creeks

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Top Picks Near Soso

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Lake Ross Barnett (Lake Prentiss Walker)

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner17 mi away

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Simpson County Lake

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

LakeBeginner30 mi away

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Lake Jeff Davis

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

LakeBeginner34 mi away

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Big Creek Water Park

Mississippi · 5.4 mi

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

US84 Bridge - Leaf River

Mississippi · 6.8 mi

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Highway 588 Bridge

Mississippi · 9.7 mi

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Highway 590 Bridge

Mississippi · 14.2 mi

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Highway 29 Bridge

Mississippi · 14.3 mi

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

Kola Road Bridge

Mississippi · 16.0 mi

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Lake Bogue Homo

Mississippi · 17.1 mi

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Lake Ross Barnett (Lake Prentiss Walker)

Mississippi · 17.4 mi

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

Highway 590 Bridge

Mississippi · 17.8 mi

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Church Street Bridge

Mississippi · 22.2 mi

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Lake Mike Conner

Mississippi · 23.8 mi

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US49 Bridge - Bouie River

Mississippi · 23.9 mi

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Greentree Reservoir

Mississippi · 24.4 mi

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Dry Creek Water Park

Mississippi · 24.8 mi

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

Peps Point Road

Mississippi · 25.3 mi

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

Glendale Avenue Bridge

Mississippi · 28.3 mi

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Lake Claude Bennett

Mississippi · 28.5 mi

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

US11 Bridge - Leaf River

Mississippi · 28.8 mi

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Tishkill Lake

Mississippi · 29.8 mi

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Simpson County Lake

Mississippi · 30.2 mi

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Marathon Lake

Mississippi · 30.6 mi

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Bogue Homa Creek

Mississippi · 32.3 mi

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Sportsman Lake

Mississippi · 32.9 mi

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Lake Jeff Davis

Mississippi · 34.2 mi

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Sims Road

Mississippi · 34.8 mi

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

Maynor Creek Water Park

Mississippi · 35.4 mi

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Chickaswhay River

Mississippi · 37.1 mi

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US84 Bridge - Chickasawhay River

Mississippi · 37.1 mi

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

Strong River

Mississippi · 37.7 mi

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Highway 690 Bridge

Mississippi · 38.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Soso.

Stringer, MS6 mi Taylorsville, MS8 mi Moss, MS9 mi Laurel, MS11 mi Ellisville, MS13 mi Bay Springs, MS14 mi Collins, MS15 mi Sandersville, MS16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Soso include Lake Ross Barnett (Lake Prentiss Walker), Simpson County Lake, Lake Jeff Davis. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Soso?

Near Soso 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 Soso?

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