Best Places to Kayak Near Augusta, AR

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

30 nearby18 Rivers8 Lakes3 Bays
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Top Picks Near Augusta

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Howard Lane

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

BayBeginner36 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Gravel HIll Road Bridge

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Des Arc

BayBeginner36 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Tree Lakes Road

A top-rated bay launch on Bayou Des Arc

BayBeginner36 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

East Locust Street

Arkansas · 0.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Mallard Pond Road

Arkansas · 8.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Nimmo

Arkansas · 9.5 mi

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

Riverside Street

Arkansas · 11.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Riding

Arkansas · 18.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Bayou Des Arc Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 20.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Riverside Park Road

Arkansas · 20.4 mi

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

Des Arc

Arkansas · 22.3 mi

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

Newport Access

Arkansas · 23.1 mi

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

Broadwater

Arkansas · 25.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Ramsey

Arkansas · 26.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Bushy Creek Ditch

Arkansas · 30.3 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Dripping Springs

Arkansas · 30.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Lake Hogue (South)

Arkansas · 30.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Lake Hogue (North)

Arkansas · 30.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Interstate 40 Bridge

Arkansas · 31.0 mi

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

Elgin Ferry Access

Arkansas · 33.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Twin City Riverfront Park

Arkansas · 34.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

The Basin

Arkansas · 34.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tree Lakes Road

Arkansas · 35.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Gravel HIll Road Bridge

Arkansas · 36.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Ok Lake

Arkansas · 36.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Howard Lane

Arkansas · 36.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Village Creek State Park - Lake Austell

Arkansas · 36.7 mi

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

Ramsey Slough Access

Arkansas · 36.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Kennedy Park

Arkansas · 36.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Village Creek State Park - Lake Dunn

Arkansas · 37.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Lock and Dam No. 2 (Downstream)

Arkansas · 39.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Lock and Dam No. 2 (Upstream)

Arkansas · 39.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat on a body of water with trees in the background

Greers Ferry Lake

Arkansas · 40.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Augusta.

Patterson, AR7 miGregory, AR9 miMc Crory, AR10 miRussell, AR10 miTupelo, AR10 miBald Knob, AR11 miBradford, AR14 miWest Point, AR16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Augusta, AR?

Top picks near Augusta include Howard Lane, Gravel HIll Road Bridge, Tree Lakes Road. 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 Augusta?

Near Augusta 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 Augusta?

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