Best Places to Kayak Near Cotter, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Cotter

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Boat Dock Cove

Standout kayak fishing on White River - Bull Shoals Lake

LakeBeginner8 mi away
blue sea under blue sky during daytime2

Howard Creek Road

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

LakeBeginner9 mi away
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Lighthouse Point

Just 8 miles from Cotter — the closest quality launch

LakeBeginner8 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Big Springs Park

Arkansas · 1.1 mi

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

Valley Airport Drive

Arkansas · 2.3 mi

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

Wildcat Shoals

Arkansas · 3.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lower Crooked Creek

Arkansas · 3.1 mi

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

Whilte Hole

Arkansas · 3.4 mi

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

Rim Shoals

Arkansas · 3.6 mi

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

Cranor's White RIver Lodge

Arkansas · 4.0 mi

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

Stetson's Resort

Arkansas · 4.8 mi

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

Gaston's Resort

Arkansas · 4.9 mi

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

White River Ranchette

Arkansas · 6.1 mi

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

Jim Griffin

Arkansas · 6.3 mi

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

Lakeview Campground

Arkansas · 6.4 mi

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

River Cliff Golf Course

Arkansas · 6.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Lakeview

Arkansas · 6.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Jimmy Creek

Arkansas · 6.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Bull Shoals Dam Site

Arkansas · 6.9 mi

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

Point Return

Arkansas · 7.5 mi

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

Boat Dock Cove

Arkansas · 7.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

CCC

Arkansas · 7.9 mi

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

Lighthouse Point

Arkansas · 8.1 mi

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

Waterfront Resort

Arkansas · 8.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Howard Creek Road

Arkansas · 8.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Yellville

Arkansas · 9.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lakeridge Drive

Arkansas · 9.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large body of water surrounded by trees

County Road 108

Arkansas · 9.3 mi

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County Road 15

Arkansas · 9.4 mi

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

White Buffalo Lane

Arkansas · 9.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Frost Point

Arkansas · 9.6 mi

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

Cartney

Arkansas · 10.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kelly's Slab

Arkansas · 10.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Cotter.

Flippin, AR3 miGassville, AR4 miMidway, AR6 miBull Shoals, AR7 miLakeview, AR8 miSummit, AR9 miMountain Home, AR9 miYellville, AR11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Cotter include Boat Dock Cove, Howard Creek Road, Lighthouse Point. 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 Cotter?

Near Cotter 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 Cotter?

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