Bayou St. John is a peaceful way to get out on the water, enjoy some sunshine and fresh air–all without leaving the city’s parish.
Bayou Bienvenue lies just east of the city, at the intersection of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and Lake Borgne’s shores.
On the south side of town, where the freshwater bayous meet the salt marshes, you’ll find Bayou Segnette.
On the shores of Lake Borgne, about an hour out of town, you’ll find Fort Proctor.
the Bayou Manchac and the Manchac Swamp. Unlike the areas closer to town, this area is a swamp in the classic sense.
On the northeast side of town bordering Lake Pontchartrain is Bayou Sauvage.
The Bogue Chitto River parallels the Louisiana/Mississippi state line as it winds its way to the Gulf.
Head to the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain to the town of Mandeville, and you’ll find Fontainebleau State Park.
Pocomoke River Trail is the farthest and most remote kayaking location at around 2 hours from Baltimore, Maryland.