Best Places to Kayak Near Grady, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Grady

a yellow kayak in the middle of a river1

Little Bayou Meto

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

BayBeginner9 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks2

Mulberry Grove Road

Open-water sea kayaking access on Salt Bayou Ditch

BayBeginner22 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Bayou Meto

Just 14 miles from Grady — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner14 mi away
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 8.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 8.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Cane Creek State Park (East)

Arkansas · 8.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Little Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 8.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
ducks swimming in a lake

Cane Creek State Park (West)

Arkansas · 9.6 mi

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

Rising Star

Arkansas · 10.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Walter Will Bryant Cannon Brake

Arkansas · 12.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Buckinghim Flat Access

Arkansas · 13.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 13.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Bill Bridgeforth Long Pond Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 14.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wrape WRA Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 14.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Cole Pile Spur Levee Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 15.2 mi

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

Trulock

Arkansas · 15.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lower Vallier

Arkansas · 16.0 mi

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

Highway 165 Bridge

Arkansas · 16.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Upper Vallier

Arkansas · 17.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Upper Vallier

Arkansas · 17.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moore Bayou Recreation Area

Arkansas · 17.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Pendleton Park

Arkansas · 17.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

South

Arkansas · 18.1 mi

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

Cox Cypress Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Halowell

Arkansas · 19.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Halowell Reservoir

Arkansas · 19.4 mi

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

Lock and Dam Number 4

Arkansas · 19.7 mi

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

Wilbur D. Mills Dam

Arkansas · 20.4 mi

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

Notrebes Bend Recreation Area

Arkansas · 20.9 mi

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

Wilbur D. Mills Campground

Arkansas · 21.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dr. Curtis Merrell Access

Arkansas · 21.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Mulberry Grove Road

Arkansas · 21.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Tipton Ditch

Arkansas · 22.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Grady.

Gould, AR5 miYorktown, AR7 miReydell, AR10 miMoscow, AR11 miStar City, AR13 miDumas, AR14 miGillett, AR18 miWinchester, AR21 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Grady 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 Grady?

Near Grady 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 Grady?

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