Best Places to Kayak Near Gilmore, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Gilmore

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Lakeview Road

Standout kayak fishing on Horn Lake

LakeBeginner28 mi away
a view of a body of water from a kayak2

Lake Hogue (South)

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

LakeBeginner41 mi away
blue sea under blue sky during daytime3

Lake Poinsett State Park (North)

A top-rated lake launch on Lake Poinsett

LakeBeginner25 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Meeman Shelby

Tennessee · 10.5 mi

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

Marked Tree

Arkansas · 13.5 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 16.4 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area - Lock and Dam

Arkansas · 17.0 mi

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

Parkin Archeological State Park

Arkansas · 18.3 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area - Oak Donick

Arkansas · 19.2 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 · 20.1 mi

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

Mud Island Marina

Tennessee · 20.2 mi

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

Righthand Chute Little River Launch

Arkansas · 20.2 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 20.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person riding yellow kayak on river during daytime

Glen Springs

Tennessee · 22.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a boat

Riverside Park Marina

Tennessee · 22.5 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 23.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Poinsett State Park (South)

Arkansas · 25.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (North)

Arkansas · 25.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (Central)

Arkansas · 25.6 mi

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

Sans Souci Landing

Arkansas · 26.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown tree trunk on body of water

Lakeview Road

Mississippi · 28.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Village Creek State Park - Lake Dunn

Arkansas · 29.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white and black wooden dock on body of water during daytime

Bass Landing

Mississippi · 30.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large waterfall with lots of water running over it

Pillow State Historic Area

Tennessee · 30.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Village Creek State Park - Lake Austell

Arkansas · 30.3 mi

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

Jerry Stewart

Arkansas · 32.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Arkansas · 33.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

Arkansas · 36.0 mi

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

Jarvis Bend

Arkansas · 36.5 mi

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

Bushy Creek Ditch

Arkansas · 37.2 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Midway Lake

Arkansas · 39.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with plants and trees around it

Herb Parsons Lake

Tennessee · 40.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Lake Hogue (South)

Arkansas · 41.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Gilmore include Lakeview Road, Lake Hogue (South), Lake Poinsett State Park (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 Gilmore?

Near Gilmore 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 Gilmore?

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