Best Places to Kayak Near Bearden, AR

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

30 nearby15 Rivers13 Lakes1 Bay
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Top Picks Near Bearden

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

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

BayBeginner21 mi away
a body of water with houses in the background2

Smith Street

Standout kayak fishing on Calion Lake

LakeBeginner28 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day3

White Oak Lake Dam Site

A top-rated lake launch on White Oak Creek - White Oak Lake

LakeBeginner27 mi away

Tri-County Lake

Arkansas · 14.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Tri-County Lake

Arkansas · 14.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam

Arkansas · 15.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Camden Riverwalk

Arkansas · 15.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Tates Bluff

Arkansas · 16.8 mi

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

Locust Bayou

Arkansas · 19.4 mi

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

Road 99

Arkansas · 19.5 mi

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

Dallas County

Arkansas · 19.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

Arkansas · 20.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Bragg Lake

Arkansas · 21.0 mi

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

Long Lake

Arkansas · 22.3 mi

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

Road 504

Arkansas · 22.6 mi

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

Road 71

Arkansas · 23.0 mi

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

Champagnolle Creek

Arkansas · 24.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Hwy 79 Pool

Arkansas · 24.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Starnes Landing

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Browns Point

Arkansas · 27.0 mi

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

White Oak Lake Dam Site

Arkansas · 27.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lower Jack's Landing

Arkansas · 27.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Upper Jack's Landing

Arkansas · 27.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Mt. Elba Access

Arkansas · 27.6 mi

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

Lee's Ferry

Arkansas · 27.7 mi

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

Ouachita River Launch

Arkansas · 28.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Smith Street

Arkansas · 28.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

White Oak Lake State Park Marina

Arkansas · 28.5 mi

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

Hwy 167

Arkansas · 29.3 mi

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

Cox Creek Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 30.5 mi

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

Highway 53 Bridge

Arkansas · 30.6 mi

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

Lock Bend

Arkansas · 31.0 mi

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

Lock and Dam No. 8

Arkansas · 31.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Bearden.

Thornton, AR9 miFordyce, AR13 miHampton, AR14 miIvan, AR16 miSparkman, AR16 miCamden, AR16 miHarrell, AR20 miKingsland, AR20 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Bearden include Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake, Smith Street, White Oak Lake Dam Site. 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 Bearden?

Near Bearden 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 Bearden?

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