Best Places to Kayak Near Carthage, AR

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

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

Cox Creek Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 7.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Jenkins Ferry State Park (Highway 46 Bridge)

Arkansas · 11.1 mi

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

Hwy 167

Arkansas · 13.1 mi

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

Lee's Ferry

Arkansas · 14.9 mi

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Highway 270

Arkansas · 17.8 mi

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

Dallas County

Arkansas · 18.8 mi

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Fitzhugh

Arkansas · 20.9 mi

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Clear Lake

Arkansas · 21.8 mi

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Highway 67

Arkansas · 22.5 mi

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Tates Bluff

Arkansas · 23.7 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Road 138

Arkansas · 24.0 mi

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Tri-County Lake

Arkansas · 24.1 mi

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Tri-County Lake

Arkansas · 24.2 mi

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Highway 7 Arkadelphia

Arkansas · 24.4 mi

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Grigsby Ford

Arkansas · 24.4 mi

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Dam

Arkansas · 24.8 mi

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Hwy 79 Pool

Arkansas · 25.3 mi

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Millennium Park

Arkansas · 25.9 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Caddo River Drop Off

Arkansas · 28.0 mi

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Lower Lake Degray South Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 28.6 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Capps Road

Arkansas · 29.1 mi

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

Spillway Dam Recreation Area

Arkansas · 29.2 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

McGuire Road

Arkansas · 29.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Remmel Dam Road

Arkansas · 29.6 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Iron Mountain Marina

Arkansas · 30.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Iron Mountain Ramp Road

Arkansas · 30.3 mi

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Mt. Elba Access

Arkansas · 30.5 mi

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Lake Catherine State Park Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 30.7 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Small Dike Road

Arkansas · 30.8 mi

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DeGray State Park Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 32.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Carthage include Small Dike Road, Spillway Dam Recreation Area, Iron Mountain Ramp Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Carthage?

Near Carthage 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 Carthage?

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