Best Places to Kayak Near Vancleave, MS

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

30 nearby18 Bays8 Rivers3 Lakes
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Paige Bayou Marina

Mississippi · 4.2 mi

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Johns Bayou Marina

Mississippi · 4.4 mi

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San Juan Marina

Mississippi · 4.7 mi

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Pascagoula River

Mississippi · 5.1 mi

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Poticaw Fishing Camp

Mississippi · 5.3 mi

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Old Fort Bayou

Mississippi · 6.2 mi

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Roy Cumbest

Mississippi · 6.4 mi

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Cumbest Bluff

Mississippi · 8.7 mi

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Fletcher Lake

Mississippi · 8.8 mi

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Cane Lake

Mississippi · 8.9 mi

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Little River Marina

Mississippi · 9.0 mi

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Lower Pascagoula Wildlife Management Area

Mississippi · 9.2 mi

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Percy Miller Marine Education Park

Mississippi · 9.6 mi

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Four Mile Creek

Mississippi · 9.9 mi

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Pascagoula River

Mississippi · 9.9 mi

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Indian Point RV Resort

Mississippi · 9.9 mi

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Pascagoula River

Mississippi · 10.1 mi

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Old Fort Bayou

Mississippi · 10.9 mi

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Gautier City Park

Mississippi · 11.0 mi

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Gulf Islands National Seashore Park

Mississippi · 11.0 mi

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I-10 - Pascagoula River

Mississippi · 11.1 mi

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Mary Walker Bayou Marina

Mississippi · 11.3 mi

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Mary Walker Bayou

Mississippi · 11.4 mi

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Tucei's Fishing Camp

Mississippi · 11.5 mi

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Ocean Springs Harbor

Mississippi · 11.6 mi

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Blue Heron

Mississippi · 11.6 mi

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Graveline Bay

Mississippi · 11.9 mi

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Bellview Street

Mississippi · 12.1 mi

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Lake Mars

Mississippi · 12.6 mi

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Brittany Avenue

Mississippi · 12.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Vancleave include Gautier City Park, Brittany Avenue, Percy Miller Marine Education Park. 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 Vancleave?

Near Vancleave 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 Vancleave?

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