Best Places to Kayak Near Gould, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Gould

a yellow kayak in the middle of a river1

Little Bayou Meto

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

BayBeginner7 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks2

Mulberry Grove Road

Open-water sea kayaking access on Salt Bayou Ditch

BayBeginner23 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Bayou Meto

Just 8 miles from Gould — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner8 mi away
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Little Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 6.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 8.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Cole Pile Spur Levee Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 10.2 mi

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

Highway 165 Bridge

Arkansas · 11.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Buckinghim Flat Access

Arkansas · 12.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moore Bayou Recreation Area

Arkansas · 12.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 12.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 12.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Walter Will Bryant Cannon Brake

Arkansas · 12.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Cane Creek State Park (East)

Arkansas · 12.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Pendleton Park

Arkansas · 12.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wrape WRA Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 12.9 mi

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

Rising Star

Arkansas · 13.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks swimming in a lake

Cane Creek State Park (West)

Arkansas · 13.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bill Bridgeforth Long Pond Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 15.0 mi

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

Wilbur D. Mills Dam

Arkansas · 15.1 mi

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

Notrebes Bend Recreation Area

Arkansas · 15.7 mi

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

Wilbur D. Mills Campground

Arkansas · 15.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lower Vallier

Arkansas · 16.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Upper Vallier

Arkansas · 16.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Upper Vallier

Arkansas · 17.2 mi

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

Merrisach Lake

Arkansas · 17.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

South

Arkansas · 17.8 mi

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

Cox Cypress Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 18.9 mi

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

Trulock

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Halowell

Arkansas · 19.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Halowell Reservoir

Arkansas · 19.3 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Tipton Ditch

Arkansas · 22.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wild Goose Bayou Park

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Mulberry Grove Road

Arkansas · 22.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Gould.

Grady, AR5 miReydell, AR8 miDumas, AR11 miYorktown, AR13 miGillett, AR13 miMoscow, AR15 miStar City, AR18 miPickens, AR19 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

What types of paddling can I do near Gould?

Near Gould 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 Gould?

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