Best Places to Kayak Near Harrisburg, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Harrisburg

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Shirey Bay

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

BayBeginner37 mi away
a view of a body of water from a kayak2

Lake Hogue (South)

Standout kayak fishing on Lake Hogue

LakeBeginner14 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day3

Lake Hogue (North)

Just 14 miles from Harrisburg — the closest quality launch

LakeBeginner14 mi away
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (North)

Arkansas · 3.0 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (Central)

Arkansas · 3.1 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Poinsett State Park (South)

Arkansas · 3.6 mi

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

Bushy Creek Ditch

Arkansas · 11.8 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 12.5 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area - Oak Donick

Arkansas · 13.5 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Lake Hogue (South)

Arkansas · 14.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Lake Hogue (North)

Arkansas · 14.4 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 14.6 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 14.9 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

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

Arkansas · 14.9 mi

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

Ok Lake

Arkansas · 15.6 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Marked Tree

Arkansas · 16.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat on a body of water with trees in the background

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 18.2 mi

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

Righthand Chute Little River Launch

Arkansas · 21.6 mi

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

Parkin Archeological State Park

Arkansas · 22.2 mi

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

Lake Frierson State Park Boating Access

Arkansas · 27.7 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Village Creek State Park - Lake Dunn

Arkansas · 27.8 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Village Creek State Park - Lake Austell

Arkansas · 28.8 mi

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

Newport Access

Arkansas · 32.9 mi

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

Elgin Ferry Access

Arkansas · 35.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Shirey Bay

Arkansas · 37.4 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Arkansas · 37.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Dixie

Arkansas · 38.1 mi

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

Meeman Shelby

Tennessee · 38.3 mi

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

Jerry Stewart

Arkansas · 38.6 mi

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

Riverview School Access

Arkansas · 38.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (North)

Arkansas · 39.1 mi

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

Horseshoe Lake - Lawrence County Access

Arkansas · 39.1 mi

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

Jarvis Bend

Arkansas · 41.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Harrisburg.

Trumann, AR12 miCherry Valley, AR12 miWaldenburg, AR13 miWeiner, AR13 miFisher, AR15 miBay, AR15 miMarked Tree, AR16 miJonesboro, AR18 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Harrisburg include Shirey Bay, Lake Hogue (South), Lake Hogue (North). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Harrisburg?

Near Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?

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