Best Places to Kayak Near Dyess, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Dyess

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Hornersville Access

Standout kayak fishing on Floodway Ditch #81

LakeBeginner32 mi away
a body of water with houses in the background2

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

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

LakeBeginner18 mi away
blue sea under blue sky during daytime3

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

A top-rated lake launch on Big Lake

LakeBeginner21 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Righthand Chute Little River Launch

Arkansas · 8.8 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 · 11.1 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Marked Tree

Arkansas · 12.5 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 · 12.5 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 13.8 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area - Oak Donick

Arkansas · 14.2 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 15.5 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 15.6 mi

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

Sans Souci Landing

Arkansas · 16.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Arkansas · 18.4 mi

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

Meeman Shelby

Tennessee · 19.8 mi

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person riding yellow kayak on river during daytime

Glen Springs

Tennessee · 20.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

Arkansas · 21.3 mi

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a large waterfall with lots of water running over it

Pillow State Historic Area

Tennessee · 21.7 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (North)

Arkansas · 26.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Poinsett State Park (South)

Arkansas · 26.5 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (Central)

Arkansas · 26.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hornersville Swamp Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.8 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Parkin Archeological State Park

Arkansas · 29.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Hornersville Access

Missouri · 31.6 mi

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

County Road 955

Arkansas · 31.9 mi

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

Mud Island Marina

Tennessee · 32.1 mi

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a view of a body of water from a boat

Riverside Park Marina

Tennessee · 35.3 mi

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

Lake Frierson State Park Boating Access

Arkansas · 38.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Bushy Creek Ditch

Arkansas · 39.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 39.7 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Village Creek State Park - Lake Dunn

Arkansas · 40.3 mi

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

Obion River

Tennessee · 40.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 40.8 mi

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a body of water with trees in the background

Highway 54

Tennessee · 41.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Near Dyess 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 Dyess?

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