Best Places to Kayak Near Driver, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Driver

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Lakeview Road

Standout kayak fishing on Horn Lake

LakeBeginner41 mi away
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Hornersville Access

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

LakeBeginner34 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

LakeBeginner22 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Sans Souci Landing

Arkansas · 6.9 mi

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person riding yellow kayak on river during daytime

Glen Springs

Tennessee · 7.4 mi

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a large waterfall with lots of water running over it

Pillow State Historic Area

Tennessee · 9.3 mi

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

Meeman Shelby

Tennessee · 17.8 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Arkansas · 22.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Righthand Chute Little River Launch

Arkansas · 22.7 mi

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

County Road 955

Arkansas · 24.8 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

Arkansas · 25.2 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 · 25.4 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Marked Tree

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees in the background

Highway 54

Tennessee · 26.8 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 · 26.9 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 28.3 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area - Oak Donick

Arkansas · 28.7 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Mud Island Marina

Tennessee · 28.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 29.4 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 30.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hornersville Swamp Conservation Area

Missouri · 31.2 mi

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

Obion River

Tennessee · 31.7 mi

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a view of a body of water from a boat

Riverside Park Marina

Tennessee · 32.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Hornersville Access

Missouri · 34.3 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Hatchie River

Tennessee · 34.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with plants and trees around it

Herb Parsons Lake

Tennessee · 34.9 mi

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

Parkin Archeological State Park

Arkansas · 39.1 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Highway 76

Tennessee · 39.8 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (North)

Arkansas · 40.4 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Poinsett State Park (South)

Arkansas · 40.5 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (Central)

Arkansas · 40.7 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Lakeview Road

Mississippi · 40.7 mi

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a red kayak sitting on top of a lake next to a fallen tree

Highway 54

Tennessee · 43.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Driver include Lakeview Road, Hornersville Access, 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 Driver?

Near Driver 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 Driver?

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