Paddling in Arkansas

Explore 539 kayak launches, boat ramps, and paddling destinations across Arkansas.

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Best Paddling in Arkansas

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Steel Creek Access

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

Kyle's Landing

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Little Bayou Meto

Arkansas · ~2 mi from Reydell

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Twin Dikes Road

Arkansas · ~3 mi from Atkins

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Lucky Landing

Arkansas · ~3 mi from Atkins

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Launch Road

Arkansas · ~3 mi from Atkins

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Mulberry Grove Road

Arkansas · ~4 mi from Humphrey

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Bayou Meto

Arkansas · ~5 mi from Gillett

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Howard Lane

Arkansas · ~5 mi from Romance

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Shirey Bay

Arkansas · ~5 mi from Alicia

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Gravel HIll Road Bridge

Arkansas · ~5 mi from Romance

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Tree Lakes Road

Arkansas · ~5 mi from Romance

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Ditch Bayou

Arkansas · ~6 mi from Lake Village

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Cooper Road

Arkansas · ~7 mi from Saint Charles

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Moore Bayou Recreation Area

Arkansas · ~7 mi from Gillett

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Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · ~7 mi from Star City

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Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · ~7 mi from Star City

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Moro Bay State Park (North)

Arkansas · ~7 mi from Jersey

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Moro Bay State Park (South)

Arkansas · ~7 mi from Jersey

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Williford

Arkansas · ~2 mi from Williford

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Moore Branch

Arkansas · ~2 mi from Salem

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Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

Arkansas · ~9 mi from Norphlet

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Lasseter

Arkansas · ~3 mi from Thayer

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Riverside Resort Camp

Arkansas · ~3 mi from Mammoth Spring

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Jones Lake

Arkansas · ~10 mi from Strong

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Riverview Drive - Spring River Bridge

Arkansas · ~4 mi from Thayer

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Jim Hinkle Spring River State Fish Hatchery

Arkansas · ~5 mi from Thayer

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Lake Charles State Park (North)

Arkansas · ~0 mi from Powhatan

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Smith Street

Arkansas · ~0 mi from Calion

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Greers Ferry Lake

Arkansas · ~0 mi from Shirley

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Greers Ferry Lake

Arkansas · ~0 mi from Shirley

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Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge - Wildcat Lake

Arkansas · ~6 mi from Huttig

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Rhodes Lakefront Park

Arkansas · ~0 mi from Lake Village

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Lake Windsor

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Bella Vista

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Lead Hill Campground

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Diamond City

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Shoreline Drive

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Diamond City

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Middle Fork Little Red River Launch

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Edgemont

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Boat Dock Cove

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Bull Shoals

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Howard Creek Road

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Lakeview

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Lighthouse Point

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Bull Shoals

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Tiree Park

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Hiwasse

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Paradise Landing

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Mayflower

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Old River Lake

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Wright

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Keeland Lake

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Ola

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Lake Charles State Park (West)

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Powhatan

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North Fork White River Launch

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Clarkridge

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London

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Bella Vista

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Greens Lake Camp

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Mayflower

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

North Colorado Street

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Pine Bluff

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Lake Charles State Park (South 1)

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Powhatan

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Keeland Creek Launch

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Ola

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Heber Springs Marina

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Heber Springs

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Bull Shoals Dam Site

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Bull Shoals

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Waterfront Resort

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Lakeview

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Lake Charles State Park (South 2)

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Powhatan

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Desoto Lake (East)

Arkansas · ~2 mi from Rena Lara

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Old River Lake

Arkansas · ~2 mi from Scott

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Panther Bay (South)

Arkansas · ~2 mi from Henderson

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Panther Bay (North)

Arkansas · ~2 mi from Henderson

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Buzzard Roost

Arkansas · ~1 mi from Henderson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I kayak in Arkansas?

Arkansas has 539 public kayak launch points listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, rivers, bays, creeks, reservoirs.

Are there beginner-friendly paddling spots in Arkansas?

Yes! Many of the 539 beginner-rated locations in Arkansas offer calm waters and easy boat ramp access, making them perfect for new paddlers.

Do I need a permit to kayak in Arkansas?

Permit requirements vary by location. Most public boat ramps in Arkansas are free to access, though some state parks may charge an entrance or parking fee. Check individual location details for specific requirements.