Best Places to Kayak Near Gillett, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Gillett

a yellow kayak in the middle of a river1

Little Bayou Meto

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

BayBeginner11 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks2

Mulberry Grove Road

Open-water sea kayaking access on Salt Bayou Ditch

BayBeginner24 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Bayou Meto

Just 4 miles from Gillett — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner4 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 4.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moore Bayou Recreation Area

Arkansas · 6.7 mi

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

Merrisach Lake

Arkansas · 8.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Pendleton Park

Arkansas · 9.3 mi

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

Wilbur D. Mills Dam

Arkansas · 10.0 mi

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

Highway 165 Bridge

Arkansas · 10.0 mi

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

Notrebes Bend Recreation Area

Arkansas · 10.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Cole Pile Spur Levee Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 10.3 mi

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

Wilbur D. Mills Campground

Arkansas · 10.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Little Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 11.4 mi

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

Jacks Bay Landing

Arkansas · 12.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wrape WRA Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 12.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wild Goose Bayou Park

Arkansas · 13.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Buckinghim Flat Access

Arkansas · 13.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Walter Will Bryant Cannon Brake

Arkansas · 15.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Upper Vallier

Arkansas · 17.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lower Vallier

Arkansas · 17.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

South

Arkansas · 17.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bill Bridgeforth Long Pond Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 18.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Upper Vallier

Arkansas · 18.5 mi

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

Cox Cypress Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Halowell

Arkansas · 19.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Halowell Reservoir

Arkansas · 19.4 mi

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

Rising Star

Arkansas · 20.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Tipton Ditch

Arkansas · 22.0 mi

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

River View Drive

Arkansas · 22.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Mulberry Grove Road

Arkansas · 24.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Wargo Landing

Arkansas · 24.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 25.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 25.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Gillett.

Tichnor, AR8 miReydell, AR10 miDe Witt, AR12 miGould, AR13 miEthel, AR16 miWatson, AR17 miDumas, AR17 miGrady, AR18 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Gillett include Little Bayou Meto, Mulberry Grove Road, Bayou Meto. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Gillett?

Near Gillett 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 Gillett?

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