Best Places to Kayak Near Gillett, AR

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

30 nearby12 Rivers9 Lakes7 Bays
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Top Picks Near Gillett

brown tree trunk on body of water1

Beulah Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner32 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk2

Great River Road State Park

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

LakeBeginner27 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk3

Log Loader Lake

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

LakeBeginner29 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
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
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
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Cox Cypress Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

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

Rising Star

Arkansas · 20.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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
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
white and black boat on river during daytime

Mississippi River - Rosedale

Mississippi · 25.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Cane Creek State Park (East)

Arkansas · 25.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers enjoy a sunset paddle on the water.

Cooper Road

Arkansas · 25.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
ducks swimming in a lake

Cane Creek State Park (West)

Arkansas · 26.3 mi

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

Trulock

Arkansas · 26.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
red boat on body of water

Canaday Road

Mississippi · 26.8 mi

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

Dennis Landing

Arkansas · 26.8 mi

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

Great River Road State Park

Mississippi · 27.5 mi

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

Cooks Lake Canoe-Kayak Access

Arkansas · 27.7 mi

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

Topper Landing

Arkansas · 29.3 mi

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

Log Loader Lake

Mississippi · 29.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Desoto Lake (South)

Arkansas · 30.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Hillhouse Landing

Mississippi · 30.7 mi

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

Lock and Dam Number 4

Arkansas · 30.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Beulah Lake

Mississippi · 32.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Gillett.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Gillett include Beulah Lake, Great River Road State Park, Log Loader Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, 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.