Best Places to Kayak Near Bauxite, AR

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

30 nearby20 Rivers6 Lakes2 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Bauxite

a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background1

Old River Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner18 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day2

Old River Lake

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

LakeBeginner16 mi away
brown wooden dock over body of water3

Camp Robinson Lake Number One

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

LakeBeginner20 mi away

Interstate Park Fourche Creek Access

Arkansas · 12.0 mi

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

Lyle Park

Arkansas · 14.2 mi

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

David D. Terry Lock & Dam

Arkansas · 14.2 mi

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

David D. Terry Park (West)

Arkansas · 14.4 mi

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

David D. Terry Park (East)

Arkansas · 14.6 mi

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

Remmel Park

Arkansas · 14.7 mi

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

Interstate 30 Bridge

Arkansas · 14.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Highway 5 Access

Arkansas · 15.2 mi

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

North Little Rock RIver Front Park

Arkansas · 15.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Tar Camp Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 15.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Riverview

Arkansas · 15.9 mi

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

Old River Lake

Arkansas · 16.0 mi

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

Peeler Bend

Arkansas · 16.5 mi

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

Murray Park (West)

Arkansas · 16.7 mi

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

Murray Park (East)

Arkansas · 16.7 mi

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

Shilcotts Bayou

Arkansas · 17.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

White Oak Bayou Access

Arkansas · 17.5 mi

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

Two Rivers Park

Arkansas · 17.6 mi

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

Cooks Landing Park

Arkansas · 17.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background

Old River Lake

Arkansas · 18.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Fitzhugh

Arkansas · 19.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Park on the River boating access

Arkansas · 19.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Dry Branch Launch

Arkansas · 20.0 mi

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

Maumelle Park

Arkansas · 20.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Highway 270

Arkansas · 20.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Clubbs Access

Arkansas · 20.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Hunter Lake

Arkansas · 20.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Camp Robinson Lake Number One

Arkansas · 20.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Cherrywood Lake

Arkansas · 21.5 mi

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

Little Maumelle RIver Launch

Arkansas · 21.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Bauxite.

Mabelvale, AR5 miBryant, AR9 miWoodson, AR9 miAlexander, AR9 miHensley, AR9 miWrightsville, AR9 miSweet Home, AR12 miRedfield, AR12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Bauxite include Old River Lake, Old River Lake, Camp Robinson Lake Number One. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Bauxite?

Near Bauxite 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 Bauxite?

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