Best Places to Kayak Near Barling, AR

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

30 nearby13 Rivers8 Lakes7 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Barling

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Quarry Isle

Standout kayak fishing on Poteau River - Wister Lake

LakeBeginner36 mi away
A lone tree sitting on the shore of a lake2

Keota Landing

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

ReservoirBeginner35 mi away
A flock of ducks floating on top of a lake3

Haskel Co. Boat Ramp

A top-rated reservoir launch on Arkansas River - Robert S. Kerr Reservoir

ReservoirBeginner33 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Massard Creek

Arkansas · 1.2 mi

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a view of a body of water with trees in the background

Springhill Park

Arkansas · 1.2 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Dam Site

Arkansas · 1.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Vache Grasse

Arkansas · 4.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Fort Smith Park

Arkansas · 7.7 mi

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A river running through a forest filled with lots of trees

Arkoma Park

Oklahoma · 8.2 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Clear Creek Park

Arkansas · 10.8 mi

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A river running through a forest filled with lots of trees

Damsite

Oklahoma · 14.2 mi

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A river running through a forest filled with lots of trees

Mayo Dam

Oklahoma · 14.6 mi

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

Doctors Creek Launch

Arkansas · 15.0 mi

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Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Wilson Rock

Oklahoma · 15.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Sugarloaf Lake (East)

Arkansas · 17.1 mi

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a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background

Sugarloaf Lake (West)

Arkansas · 17.4 mi

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

Vine Prairie Park

Arkansas · 17.4 mi

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

Citadel Bluff Park

Arkansas · 22.9 mi

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Water plants are emerging from a blue lake.

Short Mountain Cove

Oklahoma · 26.9 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Shores Lake Recreation Area

Arkansas · 28.9 mi

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boat on lake near green trees during daytime

Cowlington Point

Oklahoma · 29.2 mi

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boat on lake near green trees during daytime

Applegate Cove

Oklahoma · 29.3 mi

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

Poteau River Site Five Lake

Arkansas · 30.7 mi

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

Davis Lake

Arkansas · 31.6 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Hinkle (West)

Arkansas · 32.8 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Sugar Creek

Arkansas · 32.9 mi

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A flock of ducks floating on top of a lake

Haskel Co. Boat Ramp

Oklahoma · 33.0 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Hinkle (East)

Arkansas · 33.2 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Hise Hill Recreation Area

Arkansas · 34.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A lone tree sitting on the shore of a lake

Keota Landing

Oklahoma · 35.0 mi

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A flock of ducks floating on top of a lake

Quarry Isle

Oklahoma · 35.7 mi

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A flock of ducks floating on top of a lake

Vian Creek

Oklahoma · 36.4 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
boat on lake near green trees during daytime

Little Sansbois

Oklahoma · 36.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Barling.

Fort Smith, AR6 miArkoma, OK7 miLavaca, AR8 miVan Buren, AR8 miMoffett, OK9 miGreenwood, AR10 miHackett, AR11 miPocola, OK11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Barling include Quarry Isle, Keota Landing, Haskel Co. Boat Ramp. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Barling?

Near Barling 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 Barling?

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