Kayak/Canoe

The Best Kayak/Canoe Trails in Louisiana (United States)

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  • Lower Atchafalaya - Day 3, Calumet Cut to Burns Point

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    near Fivemile Oaks, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    Distance
    8.60nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofLower Atchafalaya - Day 3, Calumet Cut to Burns Point Photo ofLower Atchafalaya - Day 3, Calumet Cut to Burns Point Photo ofLower Atchafalaya - Day 3, Calumet Cut to Burns Point

    Another great day, perfect paddling conditions. I rated the trip as "difficult" overall. However, under less than ideal conditions it could get rough. I recommend a sea kayak or other closed vessel and you need to have c...

  • Half Moon Bayou

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    near Krotz Springs, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    chicotbill
    with Chicotgal olmcdon
    Distance
    4.69nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofHalf Moon Bayou Photo ofHalf Moon Bayou Photo ofHalf Moon Bayou

    Very easy, scenic paddle. Launched from public boat launch for as nominal fee of $3. Self-service pay station is a steel pipe with a hole cut in the lid, which was surrounded by water due to recent heavy rainfall. Launch...

  • Point Breeze - Morganza Landing

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    near Point Breeze, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    Distance
    31.87nm
    Elevation +
    1453f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofPoint Breeze - Morganza Landing Photo ofPoint Breeze - Morganza Landing Photo ofPoint Breeze - Morganza Landing

    A trip down the big river. Only two of three days recorded, my battery died. No "action" shots, conditions were too challenging to take any underway. Our take out was at the New Roads Landing.

  • Bayou Petite Anse at Avery Island

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    near Avery Island, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    chicotbill
    with Bryan's feet, bikes & kayaks Chicotgal Bigav8r
    Distance
    4.93nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofBayou Petite Anse at Avery Island Photo ofBayou Petite Anse at Avery Island Photo ofBayou Petite Anse at Avery Island

    Can't say this was a nice, easy paddle! Going out with the tide falling against a strong head wind with gusts. Heading back with a tail wind, but against a falling tide. Still a nice paddle with beautiful weather. ...

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  • Lower Atchafalaya - Day one, Morgan City to the Gulf

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    near Lagonda, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    Distance
    18.02nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofLower Atchafalaya - Day one, Morgan City to the Gulf Photo ofLower Atchafalaya - Day one, Morgan City to the Gulf Photo ofLower Atchafalaya - Day one, Morgan City to the Gulf

    A great paddle down a big river. We hit it under perfect conditions. I rated it as difficult based on the long distances involved and the potential for things to go bad. This was the first of three days with little oppor...

  • Ouiska(Whiskey) Chitto Creek, Carpenter's Bridge to Hwy. 190

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    near Harmony, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    chicotbill
    with olmcdon
    Distance
    11.85nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofOuiska(Whiskey) Chitto Creek, Carpenter's Bridge to Hwy. 190 Photo ofOuiska(Whiskey) Chitto Creek, Carpenter's Bridge to Hwy. 190 Photo ofOuiska(Whiskey) Chitto Creek, Carpenter's Bridge to Hwy. 190

    Gauge at Mittie was around 5', and flow was around 2nm/hour. This gave us a good current with plenty of water in the creek, thus no portages and few tree falls and strainers to deal with. Plenty of beautiful, white sandy...

  • Calcasieu River - Reeds Bridge to La 26

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    near Canton, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    Distance
    8.58nm
    Elevation +
    10f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofCalcasieu River - Reeds Bridge to La 26 Photo ofCalcasieu River - Reeds Bridge to La 26 Photo ofCalcasieu River - Reeds Bridge to La 26

    Done 2 days after the Oakdale segment. The river was holding at 13' on the Glenmora gauge and up to 11' at Oberlin. Great paddle! The river was up considerably from Friday at Reeds Bridge with strong current all the way ...

  • Cotile lake - South end

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    near Wilda, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    Distance
    4.05nm
    Elevation +
    10f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofCotile lake - South end Photo ofCotile lake - South end Photo ofCotile lake - South end

    Wilda community, this is my home water, we live just up the road from the boat launch, have paddled it many times. Easy access low pressure type paddle.

  • Calcasieu River - Oakdale to Reeds Bridge

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    near Oakdale, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    with chicotbill
    Distance
    10.82nm
    Elevation +
    10f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofCalcasieu River - Oakdale to Reeds Bridge Photo ofCalcasieu River - Oakdale to Reeds Bridge Photo ofCalcasieu River - Oakdale to Reeds Bridge

    Done with Chicotbill and Mike V. 9/25. Great paddle under high water conditions. The river was at 13' on the Glenmora gauge, 7' and rising at Oberlin. Put in at the Weir SW of Oakdale. High water conditions needed due to...

  • Bayou Portage and Bayou Grand Gueule Loop

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    near Portage, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    Chicotgal
    with chicotbill Carl LPC.
    Distance
    6.81nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofBayou Portage and Bayou Grand Gueule Loop Photo ofBayou Portage and Bayou Grand Gueule Loop Photo ofBayou Portage and Bayou Grand Gueule Loop

    Launched at end of Bayou Portage rd. Paddled down the bayou and into Dauterive Lake. Paddled on the east side of the lake till we got to Bayou Benoit. Paddled up the bayou to where it intersects with Bayou Amy. We then ...

  • Calcasieu River - Oakdale weir to Reed's Bridge

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    near Oakdale, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    chicotbill
    with olmcdon
    Distance
    11.86nm
    Elevation +
    0f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofCalcasieu River - Oakdale weir to Reed's Bridge Photo ofCalcasieu River - Oakdale weir to Reed's Bridge Photo ofCalcasieu River - Oakdale weir to Reed's Bridge

    Lower middle river at flood stage. Water level at 13' and rising. Rated moderate due to current and strainers. River is wider at this point, so not too many full width trees down to navigate around. However, there were e...

  • Hardwater Lake

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    near Bob, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    with chicotbill Chicotgal
    Distance
    4.06nm
    Elevation +
    16f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofHardwater Lake Photo ofHardwater Lake Photo ofHardwater Lake

    Great paddle on a small scenic lake. Beautiful old-growth cypress. The lake is bordered by Little River to the east.

  • Bayou B. Day 2

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    near Wilmot, Arkansas (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    Distance
    19.57nm
    Elevation +
    121f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofBayou B. Day 2 Photo ofBayou B. Day 2 Photo ofBayou B. Day 2

    Lake Enterprise to Jones LA. Comments from day 1 about the need for high water conditions still apply, many fallen trees would cause concern at low levels. We camped on the edge of a corn field just past Horseshoe Lake.

  • Lower Atchafalaya, Day 2. Campground Pass to Calumet Cut

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    near Fivemile Oaks, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    Distance
    10.41nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofLower Atchafalaya, Day 2. Campground Pass to Calumet Cut Photo ofLower Atchafalaya, Day 2. Campground Pass to Calumet Cut Photo ofLower Atchafalaya, Day 2. Campground Pass to Calumet Cut

    Day 2 Atchafalaya basin to Wax Lake. Another great day under optimum conditions. Five miles of open water across Atchafalaya Bay will get and keep your attention. Pay attention to the weather, even under good conditions ...

  • Atchafalaya: Butte la Rose to Calumet, Day 1

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    near Butte La Rose, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    Distance
    15.02nm
    Elevation +
    194f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofAtchafalaya: Butte la Rose to Calumet, Day 1 Photo ofAtchafalaya: Butte la Rose to Calumet, Day 1 Photo ofAtchafalaya: Butte la Rose to Calumet, Day 1

    Put in on the Little Atchafalaya at the Butte la Rose public launch, great facility easy access. Robert and I did it tandem in my canoe. Low water level (7ft @ Simmesport) resulted in little current and lots of paddling!

  • Chicot State Park

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    near Omo (historical), Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    Chicotgal
    Distance
    4.05nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofChicot State Park Photo ofChicot State Park Photo ofChicot State Park

    Launch at South boat launch and paddled to the south through plenty of Tupelo groves and the followed trail to the boom. The boom is trying to keep the giant salvinia from spreading into the test of the lake.

  • The Forks Catahoula

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    near Catahoula, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    chicotbill
    with Carl LPC. Chicotgal Bryan's feet, bikes & kayaks
    Distance
    2.16nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofThe Forks Catahoula Photo ofThe Forks Catahoula Photo ofThe Forks Catahoula

    Super easy, laid back paddle to explore the forks on the south end of Catahoula Lake. Added a short walk-about in the woods just to stretch out legs. Launch at the public boat launch in Catahoula, located on Catahoula Pa...

  • Vermilion River at Palmetto Island State Park

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    near Bancker, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    Chicotgal
    with chicotbill
    Distance
    3.74nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    23| Rating 3.0
    Photo ofVermilion River at Palmetto Island State Park Photo ofVermilion River at Palmetto Island State Park Photo ofVermilion River at Palmetto Island State Park

    Vermilion River at Palmetto Island State Park boat launch up river to just past the Grotto on the east bank. We were hoping to be able to find a takeout place, but did not. Easy paddle, very little shade, and very littl...

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  • Iatt Lake

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    near The Rock, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    olmcdon
    Distance
    5.30nm
    Elevation +
    20f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo ofIatt Lake Photo ofIatt Lake Photo ofIatt Lake

    Great day at the lake with members of the CenLA Hikers and Paddlers Club

  • Palmetto Island State Park

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    near Mouton Cove, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    Chicotgal
    with ryanjcne33
    Distance
    2.49nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo ofPalmetto Island State Park Photo ofPalmetto Island State Park Photo ofPalmetto Island State Park

    Launched at the floating dock in the picnic area. Paddled to the right to a small pond then paddled back down and all the way past Lake LaFleur and down the bayou to the weir. The weir is just before the wooden bridge by...

  • Bayou Teche Leonville - Arnaudville

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    near Leonville, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    chicotbill
    with Chicotgal
    Distance
    6.81nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    22

    Nice, easy paddle with a good current for a bayou. Boat launch in Leonville has no floating dock and water level too low to use wooden dock, so had to use the concrete launch. Not too much scraping of kayaks. Scenic padd...

  • Chicot North Camp Paddle

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    near Saint Landry, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    chicotbill
    with Chicotgal
    Distance
    2.08nm
    Elevation +
    466f
    TrailRank
    21
    Photo ofChicot North Camp Paddle Photo ofChicot North Camp Paddle Photo ofChicot North Camp Paddle

    North Landing Boat Launch to North Landing Campground to northern finger of lake under hiking trail bridge to backpack campsite #5 and home. *UPDATE* Unless the salvinia is killed off this paddle is all but unpassable a...

  • Cane Bayou

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    near Big Branch, Louisiana (United States)
    Author
    chicotbill
    with Chicotgal ryanjcne33
    Distance
    2.90nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    21
    Photo ofCane Bayou Photo ofCane Bayou Photo ofCane Bayou

    Big Branch NWA & Fontainebleau SP Boundary

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