Best Places to Kayak Near Black Rock, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Black Rock

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Shirey Bay

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

BayBeginner11 mi away
a boat on a body of water with trees in the background2

Williford

A top-rated spring launch on Spring River

SpringBeginner19 mi away
water stream at daytime3

Lasseter

A top-rated spring launch on Spring River

SpringBeginner35 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Highway 412 Bridge

Arkansas · 1.5 mi

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

Powhatan Historic State Park

Arkansas · 2.2 mi

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

Lake Charles State Park (North)

Arkansas · 3.0 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Charles State Park (West)

Arkansas · 3.8 mi

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

Lake Charles State Park (South 2)

Arkansas · 3.9 mi

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

Lake Charles State Park (South 1)

Arkansas · 3.9 mi

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

Davidsonville Historic State Park

Arkansas · 4.4 mi

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

Dunn Road

Arkansas · 9.5 mi

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

Dixie

Arkansas · 9.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Shirey Bay

Arkansas · 10.8 mi

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

Horseshoe Lake - Lawrence County Access

Arkansas · 11.8 mi

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

Riverside Park

Arkansas · 12.6 mi

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

Riverview School Access

Arkansas · 15.2 mi

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

Williford

Arkansas · 18.8 mi

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

Murray Creek

Arkansas · 20.7 mi

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

Lake Ashbaugh (Soutwest)

Arkansas · 21.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Lake Ashbaugh (Northeast)

Arkansas · 22.8 mi

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

Lake Frierson State Park Boating Access

Arkansas · 24.3 mi

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

Johnston's Eddy

Arkansas · 25.2 mi

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

Elgin Ferry Access

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

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

Kody Riggan Datto Access

Arkansas · 27.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Myrtle Access

Missouri · 27.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Murphy Lake

Arkansas · 29.4 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Riverside Resort Camp

Arkansas · 31.2 mi

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

Ok Lake

Arkansas · 31.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Jim Hinkle Spring River State Fish Hatchery

Arkansas · 33.3 mi

SpringKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees and brown sand during daytime

Riverview Drive - Spring River Bridge

Arkansas · 33.7 mi

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

Black River

Arkansas · 34.2 mi

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

Box Hound Marina and Resort

Arkansas · 34.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
water stream at daytime

Lasseter

Arkansas · 34.7 mi

SpringKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Black Rock.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Black Rock, AR?

Top picks near Black Rock include Shirey Bay, Williford, Lasseter. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, springs.

What types of paddling can I do near Black Rock?

Near Black Rock 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 Black Rock?

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