Best Places to Kayak Near Emerson, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Emerson

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Hwy 160

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

BayBeginner24 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Highway 2 Bridge

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Bodcau

BayBeginner21 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Wenk's Landing

A top-rated bay launch on Bayou Bodcau

BayBeginner21 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Sikes Ferry

Louisiana · 15.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Columbia Lake (South)

Arkansas · 17.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Neely's Camp

Louisiana · 17.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cox Landing

Louisiana · 17.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Columbia Lake (East)

Arkansas · 18.0 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Columbia Lake (North)

Arkansas · 18.3 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Bodcau Creek Launch

Arkansas · 18.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hwy 160 Landing

Louisiana · 19.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Teague Lake

Louisiana · 19.3 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Cummings Camp

Arkansas · 20.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Highway 2 Bridge

Louisiana · 20.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Wenk's Landing

Louisiana · 21.1 mi

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

Bodcau Creek

Arkansas · 22.5 mi

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

Lisbon Landing

Louisiana · 23.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hwy 160

Louisiana · 24.4 mi

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

Ivan Lake Boat Ramp

Louisiana · 24.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Corner of the Old Field

Louisiana · 26.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Pardee Calloway

Louisiana · 26.8 mi

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

Pleasure Point Marina

Louisiana · 28.4 mi

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

Arizona Landing/White Lightning Rd

Louisiana · 28.8 mi

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

Port Au Prince

Louisiana · 28.8 mi

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

Parden's Paradise

Louisiana · 29.0 mi

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

Kisatchie National Forest

Louisiana · 29.1 mi

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

Upper Caney Lake Recreation Area

Louisiana · 29.2 mi

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

Lower Caney Lake Recreation Area

Louisiana · 29.6 mi

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

Lake Claiborne State Park

Louisiana · 29.9 mi

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

Caney Lake Methodist Camp Road

Louisiana · 30.1 mi

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

Plan Dealing Fishing Lake

Louisiana · 31.5 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Bodcau Dam

Louisiana · 32.1 mi

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

Plain Dealing Ski Lake

Louisiana · 32.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Emerson.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Emerson include Hwy 160, Highway 2 Bridge, Wenk's Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Emerson?

Near Emerson 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 Emerson?

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