Best Places to Kayak Near Cardwell, MO

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

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Top Picks Near Cardwell

brown wooden dock over body of water1

Hornersville Access

Standout kayak fishing on Floodway Ditch #81

LakeBeginner11 mi away
blue sea under blue sky during daytime2

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

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

LakeBeginner13 mi away
a body of water with houses in the background3

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

A top-rated lake launch on Big Lake

LakeBeginner16 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 9.9 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Hornersville Access

Missouri · 10.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 11.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hornersville Swamp Conservation Area

Missouri · 11.6 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

Arkansas · 13.4 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Arkansas · 15.9 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Little River Conservation Area

Missouri · 22.9 mi

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

Lake Frierson State Park Boating Access

Arkansas · 24.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Righthand Chute Little River Launch

Arkansas · 25.8 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Black River

Arkansas · 27.0 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 27.2 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 27.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 29.7 mi

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

St Francis

Arkansas · 29.7 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Lake Ashbaugh (Northeast)

Arkansas · 30.1 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Murphy Lake

Arkansas · 30.3 mi

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a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background

Lake Ashbaugh (Soutwest)

Arkansas · 30.5 mi

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

Kody Riggan Datto Access

Arkansas · 30.9 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

County Road 955

Arkansas · 30.9 mi

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a river with trees around it

Chalk Bluff Trail Access

Missouri · 31.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area - Oak Donick

Arkansas · 31.6 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area - Lock and Dam

Arkansas · 32.6 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Coon Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 32.9 mi

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

Big Cane Conservation Area

Missouri · 33.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Sans Souci Landing

Arkansas · 33.7 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Murray Creek

Arkansas · 33.9 mi

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

Big Cane Conservation Area

Missouri · 34.1 mi

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

Johnston's Eddy

Arkansas · 34.8 mi

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a bear standing on top of a rock in the water

Coon Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 36.0 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Marked Tree

Arkansas · 36.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Cardwell.

Arbyrd, MO4 miLeachville, AR9 miSenath, MO9 miMonette, AR10 miMarmaduke, AR12 miHornersville, MO12 miState University, AR13 miParagould, AR13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Cardwell, MO?

Top picks near Cardwell include Hornersville Access, Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North), Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South). 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 Cardwell?

Near Cardwell 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 Cardwell?

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