Best Places to Kayak Near Hickory Plains, AR

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

30 nearby19 Rivers7 Lakes3 Bays
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Top Picks Near Hickory Plains

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Howard Lane

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

BayBeginner21 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Gravel HIll Road Bridge

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Des Arc

BayBeginner21 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Tree Lakes Road

A top-rated bay launch on Bayou Des Arc

BayBeginner21 mi away
brown wooden dock over body of water

Bayou Des Arc Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 13.5 mi

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

Des Arc

Arkansas · 14.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Pickthorne Launch

Arkansas · 18.6 mi

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

Interstate 40 Bridge

Arkansas · 19.2 mi

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

Riding

Arkansas · 19.6 mi

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

Riverside Street

Arkansas · 19.9 mi

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

Riverside Park Road

Arkansas · 20.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tree Lakes Road

Arkansas · 20.9 mi

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

Nimmo

Arkansas · 21.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Gravel HIll Road Bridge

Arkansas · 21.2 mi

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

The Basin

Arkansas · 21.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Howard Lane

Arkansas · 21.4 mi

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

Twin City Riverfront Park

Arkansas · 21.7 mi

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

Broadwater

Arkansas · 21.8 mi

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

Mallard Pond Road

Arkansas · 22.5 mi

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

Peckerwood Lake

Arkansas · 24.2 mi

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

Old River Lake

Arkansas · 30.0 mi

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

East Locust Street

Arkansas · 30.2 mi

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

David D. Terry Park (East)

Arkansas · 31.3 mi

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

David D. Terry Park (West)

Arkansas · 31.4 mi

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

Remmel Park

Arkansas · 31.5 mi

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

David D. Terry Lock & Dam

Arkansas · 31.6 mi

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

River Road

Arkansas · 31.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Camp Robinson Lake Number One

Arkansas · 31.9 mi

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

Dripping Springs

Arkansas · 32.2 mi

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

Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 32.2 mi

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

Ramsey

Arkansas · 32.8 mi

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

North Little Rock RIver Front Park

Arkansas · 32.9 mi

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

Shilcotts Bayou

Arkansas · 34.2 mi

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

Palarm Creek

Arkansas · 34.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Hickory Plains.

Ward, AR9 miMc Rae, AR10 miGarner, AR10 miGriffithville, AR12 miBeebe, AR12 miAustin, AR12 miCarlisle, AR13 miDes Arc, AR14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Hickory Plains, AR?

Top picks near Hickory Plains include Howard Lane, Gravel HIll Road Bridge, Tree Lakes Road. 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 Hickory Plains?

Near Hickory Plains 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 Hickory Plains?

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