Best Places to Kayak Near Wilson, LA

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

30 nearby17 Rivers9 Lakes3 Bays
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Mississippi River at St. Francisville

Louisiana · 23.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Jim's Marina

Louisiana · 27.4 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Main Street East

Louisiana · 28.0 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Morel's

Louisiana · 28.1 mi

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Point Breeze

Louisiana · 29.7 mi

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Buffalo River

Mississippi · 31.6 mi

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Island Road

Louisiana · 31.6 mi

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Homochitto River (US61 Bridge)

Mississippi · 31.8 mi

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Knox Landing

Louisiana · 31.8 mi

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Lake Mary

Mississippi · 32.3 mi

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

Beuches Boat Landing

Louisiana · 32.4 mi

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

Homochitto River

Mississippi · 32.6 mi

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brown wooden house on lake

Old River Landing

Louisiana · 33.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

Raccourci River

Louisiana · 34.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Morganza Spillway

Louisiana · 34.7 mi

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Lake Tangipahoa

Mississippi · 35.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lush green trees

South Boulevard

Louisiana · 36.0 mi

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Highway 15 Bridge

Louisiana · 36.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

City Park Lake

Louisiana · 36.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Port Allen Lock

Louisiana · 36.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Milford Wampold Memorial Park

Louisiana · 37.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Hogpen

Louisiana · 39.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Lower Sunk Lake

Louisiana · 39.4 mi

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

Red River Levee Landing

Louisiana · 40.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Silver Lakes

Louisiana · 40.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Smith Bay

Louisiana · 41.1 mi

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Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

Louisiana · 41.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Grosse Tete

Louisiana · 42.5 mi

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Big John's Landing

Louisiana · 43.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Manchac Road

Louisiana · 43.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Wilson, LA?

Top picks near Wilson include Grosse Tete, Manchac Road, Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Wilson?

Near Wilson 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 Wilson?

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